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Literature
Great works of literature, often in their first edition. Classic and familiar stories as well as tales you have never heard before. We go back through four hundred years of storytelling.
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1890-1918 Six Works from H. Rider HaggardLondon: 1890-1918A wonderful collection of late 19th and early 20th century works from H. Rider Haggard, the novelist known for his thrilling tales set in exotic locations. -
1887 She, A History of AdventureLondon: 1887The first edition, first issue of H. Rider Haggard's enduringly popular adventure romance, a novel credited with a lasting impact on the fantasy genre. -
1887-1899 Seven H. Rider Haggard NovelsLondon: 1887-1899A wonderful collection of the first editions of seven thrilling adventure novels by H. Rider Haggard, including tales of revenge, monsters, and treasure. -
c1905 6vol A Collection from The Oxford ThackerayLondon: c1905A leather bound collection of six volumes from The Oxford Thackeray, with illustrations throughout. -
1955-1956 2vol The Newcomes & The History of Henry EsmondCambridge: 1955-1956Two smart copies of these illustrated novels from English writer William Makepeace Thackeray, from The Heritage Press. -
1894 The Adventures of Philip on His Way Through the WorldLondon: 1894A smartly bound pocket sized edition of this comical novel by William Makepeace Thackeray. -
1910 Queen Sheba's RingLondon: 1910An exceptionally lovely copy of the first edition of this classic H. Rider Haggard adventure novel. -
1892 Nada the LilyLondon: 1892The first edition of H. Rider Haggard's thrilling late nineteenth century work, unusual for a Victorian novel in that its entire cast of characters is South African and black. -
1919 When the World ShookLondon: 1919The first edition of H. Rider Haggard's thrilling early twentieth century lost world novel, set on the fictional south sea island of Orofena. -
1916 The Ivory ChildLondon: 1916The first edition of the eighth Allan Quatermain novel from H. Rider Haggard, a work that purportedly includes the earliest example of the idea of the elephant graveyard being used in fiction. -
1888 Maiwa's RevengeLondon: 1888The first edition of this popular Allan Quatermain novel by H. Rider Haggard, one of his earliest novels to feature the iconic character. -
1887-1918 3Vols Allan Quatermain, Jess, and Love EternalLondon: 1887-1918A collection of three fantastic adventure and romance novels from the renowned Victorian writer, H. Rider Haggard, with two volumes being first editions. -
1889 Cleopatra: Being an Account of the Fall and Vengeance of Harmachis, The Royal Egyptian, as Set Forth by His Own HandLondon: 1889The first edition, second issue of this exciting adventure novel from the pioneering Victorian author, H. Rider Haggard. -
1911 Red EveLondon: [1911]The first edition of this historical fiction novel from the pioneering adventure writer, H. Rider Haggard. -
1905 Ayesha: The Return of SheLondon: 1905The first edition of this illustrated gothic fantasy novel from the popular Victorian author H. Rider Haggard. -
1927 Allan and the Ice GodsLondon: 1927The first edition of H. Rider Haggard's thrilling posthumously published Allan Quatermain novel, based on an idea given to the author by Rudyard Kipling. -
1926 Treasure of the LakeGarden City, New York: 1926The scarce first US edition of Haggard's posthumously published novel. This preceded the first UK edition, and is one of only 5,000 copies printed. -
1920 The Ancient AllanLondon: 1920The first edition of this thrilling adventure novel by H. Rider Haggard, featuring his iconic hero, Allan Quatermain. -
1912 MarieLondon: 1912The first edition of this illustrated romance novel from the renowned Victorian adventure writer, H. Rider Haggard, featuring the popular character Allan Quartermain. -
1915 The Holy FlowerLondon: 1915A bright example of the first edition of this thrilling Allan Quatermain novel by H. Rider Haggard, illustrated throughout. -
1920 Smith and the Pharaohs and Other TalesBristol: 1920The first edition of this collection of short stories from the renowned Victorian adventure writer, H. Rider Haggard. -
1906 Benita: An African RomanceLondon: 1906An early edition of this illustrated adventure novel set in Africa from prolific Victorian author H. Rider Haggard. -
1903 Pearl-Maiden: A Tale of the Fall of JerusalemLondon: 1903A smart first edition of this illustrated novel from popular Victorian writer, H. Rider Haggard. -
1858-1859 The VirginiansLondon: 1858-1859The two volume first edition of this historical novel from the author of 'Vanity Fair', illustrated by Thackeray himself. -
c1905 9vol The Oxford Thackeray with IllustrationsLondon: c1905A smartly bound collection of nine volumes from The Oxford Thackeray, with illustrations throughout. -
1855-1857 Miscellanies: Prose and VerseLondon: 1855-1857An attractive complete set of Thackeray's poetry and prose, being the first Bradbury and Evans edition published shortly after the Tauchnitz edition. -
1891 Oeuvres Poetiques de Victor HugoParis: 1891A smartly bound collection of the poetical works of French Romantic author Victor Hugo, in the original French. -
1847 Mrs Perkins's BallLondon: [1847]The first edition of this beautifully illustrated satirical festive tale from William Makepeace Thackeray, with many fantastic hand coloured plates from the author. -
1830 Hernani, ou l'Honneur CastillanParis: 1830The first edition of Victor Hugo's drama about a noble outlaw determined to seek revenge against Don Carlos, King of Spain. -
1859-1877 La Legende des SieclesParis: 1859-1877The first editions of the first two volumes of Victor Hugo's 'La Legende des Siecles', uniformly bound with the fifth edition of the two volume second series of this work. -
1860-1867 The Works of William Makepeace ThackerayLondon: 1860-1867A pleasing selection of works from William Makepeace Thackeray, gifted to and previously owned by English poet and essayist, Austin Dobson. -
1892 Nada the LilyLondon: 1892The first edition, first issue of this exciting illustrated historical novel by the popular H. Rider Haggard. -
1889 CleopatraLondon: 1889The first edition, first issue of one of H. Rider Haggard's popular and thrilling adventure novels, set in Ancient Egypt. -
1893 Montezuma's DaughterLondon: 1893The first edition, first issue of Haggard's gripping adventure novel, an interesting work with commentary on the colonisation of South Africa, with illustrations throughout. -
1880-1883 Oeuvres Completes de Victor Hugo: Poesie - Volumes I-XIVParis : 1880-1883A pleasing set of fourteen volumes from the "Edition Definitive" of Victor Hugo's works, the first fourteen volumes, containing Hugo's poetry.
