Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition

Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition

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Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
  • Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition
Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition

Memories of my Father, Sir Henry F. Dickens — 1st Edition

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Publication: London, Victor Gollancz Ltd, 1928

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 31.

Condition Report: Very Good. The volume remains tightly bound and entirely square, with the dark cloth boards well-sheltered by the dust jacket and presenting cleanly. Internally, the text block is crisp, bright, and free from any significant foxing, offering an excellent reading experience. The original dust jacket is complete and retains its structure well, though it displays typical age-related tanning, most notably a darkened spine, alongside some light rubbing and fractional edge-wear to the extremities. Overall, it is a handsome, highly presentable copy.

Catalogue Note: This is a first edition, first printing of Sir Henry F. Dickens's fond reminiscences of his father, the great Victorian novelist Charles Dickens. The volume is illustrated with black-and-white reproductions of photographs and facsimiles.

While signed, limited editions of this work occasionally surface on the market, encountering the standard trade edition complete with its original dust jacket is increasingly uncommon. It stands as a desirable addition to any serious collection of Dickensiana.

A touching and intimate biographical portrait of the legendary Victorian novelist, Charles Dickens, penned by his sixth son, Sir Henry Fielding Dickens. Originally published in 1928, this work offers readers a unique, familial perspective on the literary giant's character, his private home life, and his enduring legacy. Rich with personal anecdotes, it is a delightful and essential volume for Dickens enthusiasts and literary scholars alike.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Sir Henry F. Dickens

Book Publisher: Victor Gollancz Ltd

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Criticism & Essays

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 31

Book Publication Year: 1928

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

Book Dimensions:

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