Dickens, Charles The Works of Charles Dickens. National Edition London: Chapman and Hall, 1906-1908 Choosing a set of Dickens, amidst the plethora of collected editions of the man who is surely the most beloved author in all of English literature -- certainly presents a challenge to the collector. From the point of view of accuracy of text and completeness, however, this National Edition is without a doubt the best and most inclusive. With its definitive text, itS large and generous type, its facsimiles of title pages and reproductions of original covers, no other set can match it for inclusiveness. When found in its deluxe illustrated state (limited to 750 sets) in 80 sumptuous volumes, with before-letters proof states of most of the wood-engraved plates, together with additional hors-texte illustrations, many of which are hand colored, it is matchless and irresistible, particularly in a fine full binding such as the one which graces this rare example. Enhancing the attraction is an Autograph Letter Signed in Volume I from Dickens to George Dolby, his manager, dated July 1st. 1866, in which Dickens tries to set a date for the two to meet. A nice addition to a magificent set National Edition. 80 vols., 8vo. . Profusely illustrated. Bound in full blue morocco, banded spines, intricate gilt inner dentelles Price: USD 30,000.00 other currencies   order no. 42315    inquire

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