1889 Rare Victorian Book - Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë and Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë.
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Original price
$250 USD
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Original price
$250 USD
Original price
$250 USD
$250 USD
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$250 USD
Current price
$250 USD
(Description)
Author: Emily Brontë and Anne Brontë. Preface and memoir by Charlotte Brontë.Title: Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë and Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë.
Publisher: London, Smith, Elder & Co., 1889. Pocket Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 6 " X 4.5 ".
Pages: xviii-462 pages + publisher's catalog.
Binding: Attractive and very good original decorated quarter cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown, corners worn - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing and staining - as shown, toning of endpapers - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the frontispiece illustration of the Valley of Gimmerton.
Estimate: (USD 300 - USD 500).
The book: This pocket edition compiles Wuthering Heights, a classic Gothic novel by Emily Brontë, and Agnes Grey, a poignant narrative by Anne Brontë. The volume begins with an insightful biographical notice and preface penned by Charlotte Brontë, offering a glimpse into the lives of her sisters and their literary contributions. A quintessential piece for Brontë collectors, the book reflects the Victorian fascination with powerful and atmospheric storytelling.
The authors:
- Emily Brontë: Best known for Wuthering Heights (1847), a novel lauded for its vivid characters, intense emotions, and exploration of destructive passion and revenge. Emily's singular work continues to captivate readers and inspire adaptations across various media.
- Anne Brontë: The youngest of the Brontë sisters, Anne is celebrated for her understated and realistic style. Agnes Grey (1847) draws on her experiences as a governess and delivers a sharp critique of social hierarchies and gender inequality.
- Charlotte Brontë: Eldest of the siblings, Charlotte achieved fame with works like Jane Eyre (1847). Her editorial contributions to this volume enrich its historical and literary significance.