Transcription: "Ask mamma," or, The richest commoner in England by the author of "Handley Cross," "Sponge's sporting tour," etc. etc. With illustrations by John Leech. London: Bradbury and Evans, 11, Bouverie Street, 1858.
With an illustration of a dog in hunting clothes looking at other dogs in a kennel.
"The Ancestors of our hero." Hand-colored steel engraving by John Leech.
A man kneels before a woman. They are both well dressed and near a table covered with the remains of a meal.
"Imperial John's attempt to show the way." Hand-colored steel engraving by John Leech.
A very wet man seems to have been thrown into the river by his horse, while other riders gallop along in the background.
"Miss DeGlancey captivates the Earl." Hand-colored steel engraving by John Leech.
An elegant lady on horseback is admired by two male riders who have a pack of hounds at their feet.