Lolita (2 volumes)
by Nabokov, Vladimir
- Used
- Fine
- Paperback
- first
- Condition
- Fine
- Seller
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Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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About This Item
188; 223pp. Duodecimo [20.5 cm] Green wraps lettered and bordered in black and white. The bottom edge of the front wrap of volume 1 shows very minor edge wear, else fine. In a natural beige cloth covered clamshell, as issued (near fine, with just a bit of rubbing to the title label). This title was not issued with the First Edition Library Explanatory Notes, however there is a single explanatory note page that was issued for all three titles in the series. Tropic of Cancer and Ulysses are the other two tiles that were issued in this series (not present). All three titles in this series are scarce. The First Edition Library is known for producing superior quality facsimile editions of highly regarded works from the 19th and 20th centuries.
From the Indiana University Banned Books Website Page-
"One of the most famous and controversial novels of the twentieth century, Lolita by the Russian-born American writer Vladimir Nabokov (1899-1977) is presented as prison confession of the protagonist Humbert Humbert, who recounts his pedophilic attraction for twelve-year old Lolita and their subsequent "affair." First published in Paris by Maurice Girodias' Olympia Press in 1955, the book was banned by the French government a year later... The first U.S. edition of the novel, published by Putnam in August 1958, ranked it among the bestselling novels of all time, with 100,000 copies sold in the first three weeks, and more than 50 million copies sold worldwide since then. Despite its lasting impact on popular culture... the novel has become more popular than ever in recent years because of its subject matter
Synopsis
Lolita is widely regarded as one of the greatest books of the 20th Century. The cultural influence of Lolita cannot be understated, and numerous editions have been printed since 1955. The book has been made into movies, plays, and has sparked countless conversations about relationships and the nature of obsession. Even the covers of the later editions have sparked controversy, as they feature potentially suggestive depictions of the famous "nymphet". Unsurprisingly, Lolita is often at the top of banned books lists in high schools.
Reviews
Vladimir Nabokov's postmodern masterpiece about a man's obsession with a young girl is nothing short of remarkable. Not only does Nabokov situate the story within the context of Cold War America, but he has the ability to make the reader sympathise with an otherwise immoral character. Through Nabokov's lyrical, poetic and deceptive writing, the story becomes at once comical and poignant. Underneath all the amusing and colourful metaphors and allusions to American popular culture is a deeply affecting story about obsession, innocence and unrequited love. As with Jack Kerouac's On The Road, the theme of 'the journey' is strongly emphasised throughout, as the lead character descends deeper into madness as he and his step-daughter travel around America. A cult classic and must-read, Lolita is the work of genius.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Ken Sanders Rare Books, ABAA (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 62447
- Title
- Lolita (2 volumes)
- Author
- Nabokov, Vladimir
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Facsimile of the first edition published by The Olympia Press in
- Publisher
- The First Edition Library
- Place of Publication
- Shelton, CT
- Date Published
- 1983
- Keywords
- Lolita; facsimile; First Edition Library; californiafairs2024
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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