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An Essay on the Genius of George Cruikshank
by [William Makepeace Thackeray]
- Used
- good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Good
- Seller
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BATH, Somerset, United Kingdom
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About This Item
London: Henry Hooper, 1840. First edition. Leather. Good. 8.5" by 5.5". George Cruikshank. A first edition of Thackeray's critical examination of the caricatures of one of the most famous illustrators of the century, George Cruikshank. A fascinating essay on Cruikshank's talent, illustrated with plates and vignettes throughout from his works.Written by English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray. Most renowned for 'Vanity Fair' which satirises life in early 19th century Britain, Thackeray was primarily known for his satires and parodies, criticising high society and the fickle aspirations of its members, such as profitability, marriage and power.Containing the armorial bookplate of Arthur William Bennett.The first edition of this work. In a half calf binding. Externally a trifle worn; some noticeable rubbing to the head and tail of the spine and the extremities. Spine is faded as to be expected, and extremities are bumped. Ownership bookplate to the front pastedown. Internally, generally firmly bound, with a slight strain to the front hinge, which remains firm. Pages are occasionally a little spotted, particularly plates. Good
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- Bookseller
- Rooke Books
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 796R57
- Title
- An Essay on the Genius of George Cruikshank
- Author
- [William Makepeace Thackeray]
- Illustrator
- George Cruikshank
- Format/Binding
- Leather
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Henry Hooper
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1840
- Size
- 8.5" by 5.5"
- Keywords
- George Cruikshank William Makepeace Thackeray Literary Criticism Caricature William Makepeace Thackeray
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We are a small team dedicated to bringing you very scarce books at reasonable prices. We specialise in rare and hard to come by works on all subjects over the last 500 years, together with modern first editions and decorative sets and bindings. Our library has something for every interest and specialism. We deliver worldwide using a fully tracked and insured courier delivery service.
Where are We?
Based in the literary city of Bath, our offices are housed in the Eastern Dispensary. Built in 1845, the building originally existed as a charitable institution providing medical care. The building now houses our collection of over twenty thousand books and has five full time members of staff.
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