Very Good. No Jacket as Issued 12mo-over 6¾"-7¾" tall. Story from Dickens's fourth novel, The Old Curiousity Shop. was serialized in his weekly periodical between 1840-1841.; Nell exemplifies its blend of social realism and fairy tale characterized by Victorian sentimenttality. Nell dies in end, despite opposition from readers. Hinge separated before Title page, but not split; otherwise binding intact. Very minor coverwear; remarkalbly good condition for book of this age, particularly one that was clearly intended to be a reading copy. Guaranteed satisfaction; booksellers since 1982.

Children's Literary Dickens, Literature, Children