1857 Charles Dickens 1st ed 1st printing LITTLE DORRIT Social Classes Marshalsea
1857 Charles Dickens 1st ed 1st printing LITTLE DORRIT Social Classes Marshalsea
Little Dorrit “is a wonderfully rich novel— rich in ideas, rich in characterization, rich in incident, and written in a richly imaginative prose…many critics regard it as Dickens masterpiece” (Watts).
This rare first book edition of Charles Dickens “Little Dorrit” is a masterpiece in political satire. Dickens emphasizes and exposes many of the deficiencies and short-comings within the governmental system – specifically the debt collection systems. In addition to these critiques, Dickens makes clear his concern for the safety and treatment of industrial workers. A true story of the differences in social classes! This fine first edition includes 40 charming illustrations! Must see!
Item number: #24475
Price: $599
DICKENS, Charles
Little Dorrit.
London: Bradbury and Evans, 1857. First edition. First printing.
Details:
Collation:
xiv, 625, [1]
Wanting title page
40 engraved plates
References: Eckel, 82-84; Watts 108
Edition points:
Signature "BB2" signed "B2"
Character name “Rigaud” rather than “Blandois”
across pages 467-474
Should have no ads
Language: English
Binding: Leather; tight and secure
Size: ~8.5in X 5.75in (21cm x 14.5cm)
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1857 Charles Dickens 1st ed 1st printing LITTLE DORRIT Social Classes Marshalsea
Little Dorrit “is a wonderfully rich novel— rich in ideas, rich in characterization, rich in incident, and written in a richly imaginative prose…many critics regard it as Dickens masterpiece” (Watts).
This rare first book edition of Charles Dickens “Little Dorrit” is a masterpiece in political satire. Dickens emphasizes and exposes many of the deficiencies and short-comings within the governmental system – specifically the debt collection systems. In addition to these critiques, Dickens makes clear his concern for the safety and treatment of industrial workers. A true story of the differences in social classes! This fine first edition includes 40 charming illustrations! Must see!
Item number: #24475
Price: $599
DICKENS, Charles
Little Dorrit.
London: Bradbury and Evans, 1857. First edition. First printing.
Details:
Collation:
xiv, 625, [1]
Wanting title page
40 engraved plates
References: Eckel, 82-84; Watts 108
Edition points:
Signature "BB2" signed "B2"
Character name “Rigaud” rather than “Blandois”
across pages 467-474
Should have no ads
Language: English
Binding: Leather; tight and secure
Size: ~8.5in X 5.75in (21cm x 14.5cm)
Our Guarantee:
Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.
Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!
24475
Condition Report: Excellent
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