Book #51327

Dickens of London - 1st US Edition/1st Printing

Wolf Mankowitz
Book #51327 Dickens of London - 1st US Edition/1st Printing. Wolf Mankowitz.

Binding: Cloth
Book Condition: Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
Edition: 1st US Edition; First Printing
Publisher: New York: MacMillan Publishing Co. , Inc., 1977.
ISBN: 0025794108

A first American edition/first printing in Near Fine condition, minor adhesive damage to edge of front flyleaf in alike dust-jacket, trivial edge wear.

Dickens of London tells the story of Charles Dickens as he grows from a young writer in the busy, exciting streets of London to the celebrated author we know and love. Through lively, descriptive text and lavish, full-color illustrations, Mankowitz captures the sights and sounds of Victorian London, conveying the excitement of Dickens' life and work.; 8vo ; 252 pages.

Price: $40.00

Author Bio

Charles Dickens

Charles John Huffam Dickens, (7 February 1812 – 9 June 1870), pen-name "Boz", was the foremost English novelist of the Victorian era, as well as a vigorous social campaigner. Considered one of the English language's greatest writers, he was acclaimed for his rich storytelling and memorable characters, and achieved massive worldwide popularity in his lifetime.