1920 Scarce First Illustrated Edition by Charles O. Golden - Moby Dick or The White Whale by Herman Melville.
(Description)
Title: Moby Dick or The White Whale. The Fairmount Classics.
Publisher: Philadelphia, George W. Jacobs & Company, no date (1920). The Fairmount Classics. First Illustrated Edition by Charles O. Golden.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 8" X 6".
Pages: 633 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original pictorial full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light toning - as shown, small bookseller label on the last endpaper - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with beautiful six full-page illustrations by Charles O. Golden.
Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies available for sale worldwide).
The book: Scarce First Illustrated Edition by Charles O. Golden of Moby Dick by Herman Melville, a cornerstone of American literature. This edition, published by George W. Jacobs & Company, is part of The Fairmount Classics series. The novel tells the story of Captain Ahab's obsessive quest to kill the white whale, Moby Dick. It is renowned for its complex themes, including fate, revenge, and the struggle between man and nature. This particular edition is beautifully illustrated and bound, making it a valuable addition to any collection.
The author: Herman Melville (1819-1891) was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet. He is best known for his novel Moby Dick, which was first published in 1851. Melville's works were not widely recognized during his lifetime, but he is now considered one of the greatest American writers. His other notable works include Typee, Omoo, and Bartleby, the Scrivener.
The illustrator: Charles O. Golden (1899 - 1976) was an American illustrator known for his detailed and dramatic artwork. His illustrations for Moby Dick capture the intensity and drama of Melville's epic tale. Golden's work has been featured in various books and magazines, contributing to the visual storytelling of classic literature.