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Edith Wharton The House of Mirth, First Edition, 1905
About the Item
Edith Wharton. The House of Mirth. Published by Charles Scribner's Sons, New York, 1905. First edition, first issue
This is the book that launched Wharton's career as a novelist with its enthusiastic reception.
First issue with Scribner's seal to verso of title page. Original red octavo cloth, gilt titles and top edge. Illustrated with eight plates by A.B. Wenzell.
Condition is near fine, nice tight copy, with some very faint marking to cloth with no adverts (as per the first edition) and some uncut pages. 19.5 cm x 12.5 x 3.5 cm.
- Dimensions:Height: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Width: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1905
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Condition is near fine, bright copy, nice tight copy, with no adverts (as per the first edition) and some uncut pages.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2102316790762
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