The Last Chronicle of Barset (First Edition)

Trollope, Anthony. George H. Thomas (illus)

Published by Smith, Elder, & Co. / J.B. Lippincott Company, London, 1867

About this Item

FIRST EDITION in two 8vo volumes, half green calf with raised bands compartmented and gilt blind stamp decorated and morocco labels and marbled boards. Scarce. With thirty-two plates, plus thirty-two vignettes in the text. Some copies of this book have two pages of ads at the end of Volume II. This copy does not, but Sadleir states that these ads did not appear in many copies. Moderate wear to extremities. Overall a VERY GOOD set. 'I regard this as the best novel I have written. there is a true savour of English life all through the book'. The last of the six chronicles of the fictional Barsetshire, this work severed his working relationship with Millais, who was rejected in favour of George Smith. It is most famous for the stunning death scene of Mrs. Proudie, a literary coup de grace that Trollope later claimed to regret, despite its enormous and resonant impact on readers. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 001061

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Last Chronicle of Barset (First Edition)

Publisher: Smith, Elder, & Co. / J.B. Lippincott Company, London

Publication Date: 1867

Binding: Half Calf Leather

Illustrator: George H. Thomas

Condition: Very Good

Edition: First Edition.

Book Type: Hardcover