![]() ![]() Possibly pertaining to the Henry Shattock (1830-1903) born in the greater London area.** Many points suggestive of an early state of the first edition: "Recal" for "recall" on p. Some fragility to the binding, as mentioned, but the text block quality is very nice.** PROVENANCE: bookplate on the front pastedown "Henry Foster Shattock" with the motto "Redoutable et fougueux". Contemporary leather binding as a single volume. 5 x 8.25 inches** An early state of the first edition of Charles Dickens' semi-autobiographical novel. Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks. Interior is gently age-toned, exhibits some minimal marks, a small chip to the margin of p. ![]() Illustrations are clear, some plates are darkened, e.g. Marble end papers/ pastedowns show some darkening at margins. is detached, a couple of signatures are loose, as at pp. Spine with raised bands, embossed ornament, black label and gilt text is somewhat abraded. Corners are bumped and frayed, with exposed board. Boards show some aging, warping, wear at shoulders, edgewear. Leatherbound: three-quarter calf with embossed leather boards and gilt ruling. ![]()
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