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1844 1st Charles Dickens Martin Chuzzlewit English Literature Satire Illustrated If I was a painter, and was to paint the American Eagle, how should I do it? Charles Dickens, Martin Chuzzlewit This rare first edition, first issue, was believed by Dickens to be his best work, though it was the least popular of his works. Dickens originally released the story in 20 monthly parts; however, upon realizing its failing popularity, he changed the plot to send the title character, Chuzzlewit, to America. Dickens sought to elaborate on his own views of selfishness in America, and, in doing so, created popularity within a lesser-known character. This first issue meets the expected edition points, found only in the earliest printings of this work. See below. Item number: #20022 Price: $750 DICKENS, Charles The Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit. With illus. by Phiz. London: Chapman and Hall, 1844. First edition. First printing Details: Collation: Complete with all pages o xiv, [2], 624 o 40 steel engraved plates (including frontispiece and title page) Edition Note: o Vignette title 100£ sign Eckel: this was not altered until a number of copies had been printed. References: Eckel, pp. 71-73; Smith I:7; Jupp, Dickens Collection of Books 308; Grolier, Dickens, 125. Language: English Binding: Leather; tight and secure Size: ~8.25in X 5.25in (20.5cm x 13.5cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 20022 Photos available upon request. Seller Inventory # 20022
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