The Works of Samuel Butler
In Two Volumes
With A Preface, Biographical and Critical, By Samuel Johnson, Ll.d.
And Remarks, By J. Aikin, M.D.
VOL I ONLY
CONDITION:
This volume is uniformly bound in the original publisher's binding and is in generally Good condition. Frontispiece of the author engraved by Heath. The covers and boards are Fair, showing moderate edgewear, faded gilt, significant flaking gilt, peeling, and rubbing. The leather is worn with dark patches on the back cover. The spine is Good, with faded lettering, flaking, moderate rubbing, and worn gilt. The hinges and joints are Good. The text block and pages are Good, exhibiting moderate foxing, spotting, and toning. The endpapers are Good, with an inscription and toning. The plates and illustrations are in place with some light foxing.
Some pages show evidence of moisture staining along the top.
ATTRIBUTES:
Illustrated edition. Hardcover. Bound in leather. Hand marbled endpapers. This is an antiquarian book that has had a long and illustrious journey through time. Please take a look at the pictures to ascertain the condition of this item.
Page Count: 334
DESCRIPTION:
Butler was a significant figure in Victorian literature, challenging the societal norms and intellectual conventions of his time. His work often explored themes of family, religion, and evolution, frequently employing wit and irony to critique established institutions and beliefs.
Butler's literary significance stems from his unique voice and his willingness to subvert expectations. He is particularly remembered for his posthumously published novel, "The Way of All Flesh," which offered a scathing critique of Victorian domesticity and hypocrisy. Collectors interested in authors who pushed boundaries and offered incisive social commentary during the Victorian era would find this collection particularly compelling, as it showcases the breadth of his literary contributions and his enduring impact on English letters.
Bin Location: LIB