Lot 313
Beckford (William) An Arabian Tale, From an Unpublished Manuscript: With Notes Critical and Explanatory, first edition, 1786.
Hammer Price: £700
Description
Beckford (William) An Arabian Tale, From an Unpublished Manuscript: With Notes Critical and Explanatory, first edition, errata f., lacking final blank f., occasional foxing, attractive modern antique-style calf, spine gilt with black morocco label, [Rothschild 352], 8vo, for J. Johnson, 1786.
⁂ Rare first edition of Beckford's influential gothic tale. This translation into English was prepared by Samuel Henley and published against Beckford's expressed wishes.
Description
Beckford (William) An Arabian Tale, From an Unpublished Manuscript: With Notes Critical and Explanatory, first edition, errata f., lacking final blank f., occasional foxing, attractive modern antique-style calf, spine gilt with black morocco label, [Rothschild 352], 8vo, for J. Johnson, 1786.
⁂ Rare first edition of Beckford's influential gothic tale. This translation into English was prepared by Samuel Henley and published against Beckford's expressed wishes.
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