{"product_id":"1913-1sted-marvellous-history-of-the-shadowless-man-illustrated-by-f-robson","title":"1913 1stED - Marvellous History of The Shadowless Man illustrated by F. Robson","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"11\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adelbert von Chamisso. Wilhelm Hauff. Illustrated by Forster Robson.\u003cbr data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"83\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eThe Marvellous History of the Shadowless Man\u003c\/em\u003e by A. Von Chamisso and \u003cem data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"180\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Cold Heart\u003c\/em\u003e by Wilhelm Hauff. With an Introduction by A. S. Rappoport.\u003cbr data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"256\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e London, Holden \u0026amp; Hardingham, no date (1913). First Edition illustrated by Forster Robson.\u003cbr data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Text in English.\u003cbr data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 8 inches.\u003cbr data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"419\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e xiv, 93, 74 pages.\u003cbr data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"453\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive and very good original green full-cloth binding decorated and lettered in gilt on the front cover and spine (hinges fine, light rubbing and minor wear to extremities, a few small marks to cloth as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Upper edge gilt.\u003cbr data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good content (binding sound and text clean, some foxing throughout as shown, one tissue guard lacking, remaining tissue guards occasionally creased or with small chips, bookseller label to front pastedown, overall very well preserved).\u003cbr data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete with all 20 beautiful color plates and 10 duotone plates by Forster Robson. One tissue guard missing, remaining tissue guards present, illustrations themselves in very good, near fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eEstimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e (USD 200–250).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eThe book: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis beautiful Edwardian gift-book edition brings together two of the most celebrated works of German Romantic fantasy literature. Adelbert von Chamisso's \u003cem data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eThe Marvellous History of the Shadowless Man\u003c\/em\u003e recounts the strange fate of Peter Schlemihl, who exchanges his shadow for a purse of inexhaustible gold, only to discover that wealth cannot compensate for the loss of identity, dignity, and human companionship. Wilhelm Hauff's \u003cem data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eThe Cold Heart\u003c\/em\u003e, set amid the dark forests and folklore of Württemberg, tells the haunting story of a charcoal burner who sacrifices his heart in pursuit of riches and social status. Both narratives explore timeless themes of greed, temptation, alienation, and redemption while blending fairy tale, Gothic imagination, and moral allegory. This edition is especially sought after for the remarkable illustrations of Forster Robson, whose evocative color plates and striking monochrome drawings perfectly capture the dreamlike atmosphere and supernatural power of these enduring classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eThe author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAdelbert von Chamisso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (1781–1838) was a German poet, naturalist, and explorer whose masterpiece \u003cem data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003ePeter Schlemihl\u003c\/em\u003e became one of the defining fantasy tales of the nineteenth century and influenced generations of writers concerned with identity and the supernatural. His fellow author \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eWilhelm Hauff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (1802–1827) enjoyed a brief but brilliant literary career and remains one of Germany's most beloved storytellers. His fairy tales and legends, including \u003cem data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eThe Cold Heart\u003c\/em\u003e, are admired for their vivid characterization, folkloric richness, and subtle moral insight. Together, these two authors helped shape the tradition of German Romantic fantasy that would later inspire writers from George MacDonald to J.R.R. Tolkien.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3633\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3060\"\u003eThe illustrator: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eForster Robson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e was among the most accomplished illustrators of the early twentieth century, noted for his ability to combine decorative design with atmospheric storytelling. For this edition he produced a magnificent suite of color plates and monochrome illustrations that enhance the mysterious and otherworldly qualities of both tales. His imagery ranges from haunting supernatural encounters to richly detailed landscapes and character studies, making this one of the most desirable illustrated editions of these classic German fantasy stories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48479988646137,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3348\/files\/20260603shadowless_01.jpg?v=1780498736","url":"https:\/\/mflibra.com\/products\/1913-1sted-marvellous-history-of-the-shadowless-man-illustrated-by-f-robson","provider":"MFLIBRA - Antique Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}