Swallow

H. Rider Haggard

Published by Longmans, Green, and Co., 1899

About this Item

Book Condition, Fine: Very faint marks and discolouration across the original hardback boards, but in fantastic shape overall, gilt lettering across the binding crisp and clean. Now protected by plastic slipcover. Top of text block stained by dust, but clean otherwise with crisp edges ? incredible well-preserved for the book's age. Foxing throughout the pages internal, though most are clean and tidy, illustration plates unblemished. Tissue guard to frontispiece intact. Book tightly bound.

A first edition hardback featuring eight black-and-white plate illustrations by Maurice Greiffenhagen, collectible as an early adventure novel by H. Rider Haggard with complete original plates?illustrated first editions in collector-grade condition are notably scarce and sought after.

Set against the backdrop of the Great Trek in 1836 South Africa, this vivid adventure tale follows dramatic encounters, perilous journeys, and encounters with the frontier?s challenges. Haggard?s brisk narrative and period detail capture the spirit of exploration and conflict characteristic of his broader body of imperial-era fiction. Enhanced by eight full-page illustrations by Maurice Greiffenhagen, the book combines visual richness with storytelling that resonates with fans of classic late-Victorian adventure literature.

Seller Inventory # 3125 SD SE

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Swallow
• Publisher: Longmans, Green, and Co.
• Publication Date: 1899
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Maurice Greiffenhagen
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • 1st Edition