Hadrian the Seventh. A Romance.

[CORVO, Baron] ROLFE, F.R.

Published by London Chatto & Windus, 1904

Condition: Used Hardcover

Save for Later

Sold by Shapero Rare Books, London, United Kingdom

Association Member:

Heritage Bookseller
AbeBooks Seller since June 27, 1998

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used - Hardcover

Price:

US$ 1,042.57

US$ 20.24 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for Later

About this Item

First edition, first impression, first issue with cover decoration in white and 32pp of publisher's ads at rear; 8vo; title page printed in red and black, occasional annotations in pencil, scattered light foxing, St Bride's Abbey address embossed to front free endpaper; publisher's purple cloth, gilt lettering to spine, design and lettering to upper cover in white, light rubbing to extremities, some spotting to edges, else very good. 'Rolfe's most successful work, Hadrian the Seventh, was published in 1904. A combination of thinly veiled autobiography and wish-fulfilment fantasy, it charts the rise to pope of a forlorn seminary drop-out. It is a bizarre if masterful document of exotic descriptions, erudite vocabulary, and obscure scholarship, which situates Rolfe firmly in traditions of fin de si� cle decadence. Translated into French and Italian, and ultimately adapted for the stage, it earned Rolfe the posthumous praise of D. H. Lawrence, W. H. Auden, and Graham Greene' (ODNB). Woolf A6a.

Seller Inventory # 109028

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title: Hadrian the Seventh. A Romance.
Publisher: London Chatto & Windus
Publication Date: 1904
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition

Store Description

Shapero Rare Books is an internationally renowned dealer in antiquarian & rare books and works on paper. Our specialists have particular expertise in fine illustrated books from the 15th to the 20th century, travel & voyages, natural history, modern firsts, rare children?s books, guidebooks, Hebraica & Judaica, works of Russian interest, and Islamica. We have possibly the largest selection of Baedeker and other Travel Guides and our Print Gallery has an enormous selection covering every topic of Antique Prints including Maps and Photographs. Please visit us at http://www.shapero.com

Visit Seller's Storefront

Association Member

Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

Shapero Rare Books
94 New Bond Street, London, W1S 1SJ, United Kingdom

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

The condition of all books has been described; all items are guaranteed to be complete unless otherwise stated. Invoices will be rendered in Sterling. The title of goods does not pass to the purchaser until the invoice is paid in full.

Shipping Terms

Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Order quantity	14 to 45 business days	5 to 10 business days
First item	US$ 20.24	US$ 26.99

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.

Payment Methods

PayPal Invoice Bank/Wire Transfer

Add to Wants