1850 David Copperfield 1ed 1st print Charles DICKENS Illustrated Bildungsroman

Description: 1850 David Copperfield 1ed 1st print Charles DICKENS Illustrated Bildungsroman “David Copperfield” is a true classic by Charles Dickens, reflecting the author’s own life through the protagonist’s journey from childhood to adulthood. The novel, which was Dickens’s favorite, was first serialized in 1849-1850 before being published as a book in 1850. It begins with a stark depiction of Victorian England’s childhood and follows Copperfield’s societal climb and struggles, touching on themes like the status of women, class disparity, and child labor. The novel is also known for its satire of various Victorian societal aspects. This first edition features 40 engravings by H.K. Browne, also known as Phiz, enhancing the story with visual depictions. Item number: #41643Price: $750 DICKENS, Charles The Personal History of David Copperfield. By Charles Dickens. With Illustrations by H.K. Browne. London: Bradbury and Evans, 1850. First Edition. First Printing. Details: · Collation: Completeo xiv, [2], 624o 40 engraved plates (including frontispiece and title page)· Edition Note(s):o Engraved Vignette Title Page – Dated 1850. o pg. viii: Final “i” in page number misalignedo pg. x, Table of Contents – Chapter XXVII listed at pg. 283 (instead of pg. 282). o pg. xv – Contains ‘Errata’ listo pg. 16, line 1 – “recal”o pg. 19, 12 lines from bottom – “chapter ;ut”o pg. 132, line 20 – "screamed" has been corrected to "screwed"o pg. 225, line 22 – "recal"o pg. 387, 6 lines from bottom – "coroboration"o pg. 472, 13 lines from bottom – no quotes at endo pg. 482 – Darkened plate opposite of pg. 482· Reference(s): Eckel 77; Grolier, Dickens 171; Hodnett, 111-112o “With many lovers of the author's works David Copperfield ranks as the finest of his writings. With a book which gave to the world such characters as Betsy Trotwood, Micawber, the Pegottys and Mr. Dick. it would be strange if it had been otherwise.” (Eckel)o “Dickens and Browne are the most celebrated author-artist team in the history of English book illustration” (Hodnett)· Language: English· Binding: Leather; tight and secure· Size: ~ 8.5in X 5.5in (21cm x 14cm) 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! 41643 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE

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