The LIFE And ADVENTURES Of NICHOLAS NICKLEBY. Containing a Faithful Account of the Fortunes, Misfortunes, Uprisings, Downfallings and Complete Career of the Nickleby Family. With Illustrations. In Two Volumes.
New York: William H. Colyer, 1843. 3rd US volume edition, later issue (cf. Edgar & Vail, p. 19; Gimbel A47; MacQuire Collection 17; Vander Poel B128; Wilkins, p. 17). 2 volumes (iv, [13] - 300; [2], 1 - 3, 5 - 273, [1 (blank), 2 pp). Advert last leaf of Volume II. Frontis & engraved title page (dated 1839) to each volume. 12mo. Bound in 6s. 7-1/2" x 4-5/8". Original drab paper wrapped boards with green cloth spine & printed paper spine labels. Vol I rebacked. Expected foxing & browning to paper. Period pos to ffep of each volume. Withal, a VG example of an uncommon imprint. Item #31218
A scarce early edition of this Dickens' title; the first time we've been able to offer the Colyer Nickleby.
Price: $375.00