SOFTBACK SHIPPED FROM THE UK.* Edition: 1st. Thus.* Impression: 1st. 1.3.5.7.9.10.8.6.4.2.* Date of Publication: 1999 (1722)* Publisher: Penguin.* Binding and cover condition: Soft photo-illustrated card covers. No bumps or rubs. Minimal shelf wear to covers. No creases to spine or hinge. FINE* Contents condition: PRIVATE COPY NOT EX-LIBRARY. Clean, crisp, tight & bright. No Annotations or Inscriptions, no visible faults. No tanning. FINE* Illustrations: None.* Pages: 376 pp. text. iv pp. Blank pages at rear.* Product Description:- Moll Flanders, born and abandoned in Newgate prison, is forced to make her own way in life. She applies herself with gusto to husband-hunting, committing incest, adultery and bigamy in her quest for the security that marriage brings. And when her looks can no longer guarantee her an income, she turns to petty crime, becoming an accomplished thief and pickpocket, 'the greatest Artist of my time'. Opportunist or survivor, hardened criminal or victim of circumstances, Moll tells the story of her downfall and redemption with irresistible candour and wit..*This is a FINE copy with minimal shelf wear.*

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Bookseller: Cocksparrow Books (GB)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 1252
Title: Fortunes & Misfortunes of Moll Flanders
Author: Defoe, Daniel
Format/Binding: Paperback
Book Condition: Used - F/F/ND
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0140287655
ISBN 13: 9780140287653
Publisher: Penguin Books
Place of Publication: London Uk 376
This edition first published: 1999
Size: 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.8 cm

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