A SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY THROUGH FRANCE AND ITALY (First impression of the second PAN paperback)
Language: English
Published by Pan Books Ltd, London, 1946
- First Edition
- Softcover
- Used
Seller: Orlando Booksellers, Lincoln, United KingdomOrlando Booksellers
AbeBooks seller since January 11, 2000
Condition: Used - Good
US$ 20.59
Quantity: 1 available
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A first impression of the first UK paperback edition, being the second Pan paperback issued in 1946. Pan published three small hardback books in 1945-46, and three un-numbered paperbacks over the same period. These all preceded the main Pan Books numbered series which commenced in 1947. All of these early Pan books are quite scarce. In addition, the books all featured variations of the Pan illustration designed by artist and author Mervyn Peake, making them even more collectable. With a five-page Introduction by Edmund Blunden. ***A good copy in stiff grey pictorial wrappers, printed in orange and black. Covers have some marks and creasing commensurate with age and handling [see scans]. The fragile spine is rubbed and faded, with a light reading crease, but is complete and without tears. Internally the pages have some light corner creasing, and there is some foxing on the edges of the page block, and some internal foxing also. No ownership inscriptions. ***123 pages. 180mm x 120mm. ***'PAN Books was registered as a limited company on the 1st of September 1944, jointly owned by Alan Bott and The Book Society, which he founded in 1929. In 1945 they published their very first paperback book - a collection called "Tales of the Supernatural". This was followed in July 1946 by Laurence Sterne's "A Sentimental Journey" and Robert Louis Stevenson's "The Suicide Club". At the same time, PAN also published four hardback books: Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" in December 1945, followed by George and Weedon Grossmith's "Diary of a Nobody" and "Scenes of London Life" in December 1946. In 1949 they published "The Fountain of Life" by A G Prys-Jones'. [From 'A Brief History of PAN Books Ltd. '] ***First impression of the first UK paperback edition, published just after the war in 1946. Of interest to collectors of Pan paperbacks and also of the art work of Mervyn Peake. A reasonable copy of a fragile book that is now 75 years old. ***For all our books, postage is charged at cost, allowing for packaging: any shipping rates indicated on ABE are an average only: we will reduce the P & P charge where appropriate - please contact us for postal rates for heavier books and sets etc. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- A SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY THROUGH FRANCE AND ITALY (First impression of the second PAN paperback)
- Author
- Laurence Sterne (With a new Introduction by Edmund Blunden)
- Publisher
- Pan Books Ltd, London
- Publication year
- 1946
- Condition
- Good
- Dust jacket
- No Jacket, as Issued
- Binding
- Original Wraps
- Language
- English
- Edition
- First UK Paperback Edition
- Printing
- First Impression
- Seller catalogs
- Collectable Paperbacks, Literature, Science
Orlando Booksellers
Lincoln, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since January 11, 2000
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 8 to 12 business days | 6 to 8 business days |
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| First item | US$ 26.66 | US$ 33.32 |
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We specialize in 20th Century literature, and in particular, Modern First Editions. We would be interested in buying such books, whether individual items or collections. We are particularly interested in Bloomsbury writers, Beats & Counter Culture and 20th C photography monographs. Our books can be viewed as a whole on ABE, or by choosing one of a number of catalogues that we have set up for particular interests, such as Crime Fiction & True Crime, Collectable Paperbacks, Children's Literature etc.…
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Modern First Editions, Literature, Literature in Translation, Bloomsbury Group, Counter-culture, Antiquarian, Collectable Paperbacks, Art & PhotographySeller's business information
Orlando Booksellers
1 Rasen Lane
Lincoln, United Kingdom LN1 3EZ
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Mastercard, Visa and PayPal accepted. We also accept personal cheques for UK sales, made out to Orlando Booksellers (UK pounds). Proof of postage is obtained for all items, however, we cannot be responsible for items lost or damaged in transit. Therefore, on higher value items, we offer the option of tracked (insured) shipping which offers peace of mind for both the bookseller and the customer. [See Shipping Terms section below for more information]. We always pack our books extremely well to protect them from any possible damage. Any title found not to be as described may be returned, provided this is done within fourteen days of its receipt. We are happy to offer a 10% discount on book prices for fellow booksellers. Orlando Booksellers is a partnership - Alison Smith and Chris McKee. Our VAT Registration number is 629 3707 21.
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For all our books, postage is charged at cost, allowing for packaging materials; any shipping rates indicated on ABE are an average only; for the UK, our standard rate is for first class, and the priority rate includes tracked (signed for) delivery; for International sales, our standard rate is for Airmail delivery, and the priority rate is for tracked (International signed for) delivery. We would prefer that you choose the priority rate (tracked option) for higher value books of say £50 or more. Please note that we will always reduce shipping fees where appropriate e.g. for smaller (lighter) books when we accept your order. For heavier books and sets etc. we will often 'soak up' the extra cost, but on occasion, we may need to charge more than the quoted shipping fee. However, customers will always have the option to either accept or decline the revised order amount. We will also reduce the overall shipping fee for multiple orders. We will endeavour to ship all books within two business days of receiving your order.