The Complete Works of Charles Reade (A Simpleton & White Lies)

This exquisite leather-bound edition is in very good condition. The pages are tight and square in the binding, though a few bear light staining. The boards are expertly crafted in original natural leather, elegantly adorning the spine. It features gilt lettering and decorative tooling, adding a refined touch of elegance. Charles Reade's works combined storytelling with social criticism, often grounded in extensive research. In the 19th century, he was widely read and left a lasting impact on English literature and the social issues of his time.