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Antique Book, Pendennis, William Thackeray, Novel, Fiction, Edwardian, C.1908
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About the Item
This is a delightful antique edition of Pendennis, the classic novel by celebrated English author William Makepeace Thackeray. An illustrated, bound volume, retaining its original form with appealing provenance — gifted as a school prize at Queen’s College, Taunton in 1912.
Bound fiction volume in intact, original condition with gentle age-commensurate markings
Authored and illustrated throughout by Thackeray, offering insight into his visual as well as literary style
Features a charming prize label to the inside cover, awarded at Queen’s College, Taunton, dated 1912
Presented across 850 pages, richly detailed with black and white illustrations, adding depth to the narrative
A fine example of Edwardian educational tradition and classic English literature
This example published by MacMillan
Co, London in 1908
Decorative spine and boards, presenting well within a period bookcase or library display
This edition of Pendennis is a handsome and characterful example of early 20th century publishing, and a fine collectible for lovers of Thackeray or antique literary works. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 13.5cm (5.25'')
Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 19cm (7.5'')
- Dimensions:Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Width: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Style:Edwardian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1910
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in original, intact time-worn condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 253561stDibs: LU2645345091022
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