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This beautiful softcover edition is a rare find, in fine condition with no marks or tears and showing absolutely minimal shelf wear. The Expedition of Humphry Clinker, written by Tobias Smollett and published in 1771, is a classic epistolary novel and considered one of the great comic works of 18th-century literature. Though Smollett was better known for his darker works, The Expedition of Humphry Clinker is praised for its humor and warmth. Some consider it his masterpiece.
This well-preserved beautiful softcover edition of the original British release is a rare find, in fine condition with no marks or tears and showing absolutely minimal shelf wear.
This lovely softcover edition is in fine condition with no marks or tears and shows absolutely minimal shelf wear.
This well-preserved hardcover is in near-fine condition. There are no marks, the pages are tight and appear unread, and the binding is firm. The back board shows a minor mark. This collection is valued for its breadth, encompassing Oscar Wilde's major works and providing readers with a substantial portion of his essays and letters. The inclusion of George Bernard Shaw's introduction adds a unique perspective, enriching the reader's understanding of Wilde's literary significance.
This well-preserved beautiful Riverside edition is in near fine condition, with no marks. The pages are tight and unmarked. The book is tight, square, and near fine. The Heart of Mid-Lothian by Sir Walter Scott, first published in 1818, is one of the most acclaimed novels in Scott's Waverley series. The novel is set in early 18th-century Scotland and draws on historical events, including the Porteous Riots in Edinburgh and broader themes of justice, morality, and redemption. It is named after the old Tolbooth prison, often referred to as the "Heart of Mid-Lothian," which stood near St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh. John Henry Raleigh, a literary scholar, edited a 1966 version of The Heart of Mid-Lothian, likely part of a series reintroducing Scott's work to mid-20th-century reader
This lovely softcover edition is in fine condition with no marks or tears and shows absolutely minimal shelf wear. Tess of the d'Urbervilles" is studied widely in English literature courses and has been adapted into films, television series, and plays. It remains a cornerstone of Victorian literature and is celebrated for its depth, beauty, and emotional power.