Hans Christian Andersen / Photographically Illustrated Books The Improvisatore

Description: Extra-illustrated With 29 albumen photographs[Photographically Illustrated Books] The Improvisatore Author: Andersen, Hans Christian [ Mary Howitt Translator ] Title: [Photographically Illustrated Books] The Improvisatore Publication: Boston and New York: Houghton, Mifflin and Company 1898 Edition: Later printing Description: vii, [1], [1]-341 pages. Small 8vo. Small bookseller (?) ticket "C Glingler Via Mercede Roma" on rear pastedown. This copy extra illustrated with 29 albumen photographs on plates inserted throughout the text, usually one image per leaf, occasionally one on each page. Most images are Roma. Rebound in a vellum binding withpage edges tinted red. Gilt decorations on spine and extending half-way across the front and rear panels are somewhat dulled. Very Good. Vellum. Many of the photographs in this gift style book are in very nice condition with good tonal quality."The Improvisatore (Danish: Improvisatoren) is an autobiographical novel by Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875). First published in 1835, it was an immediate success and is considered to be Andersen's breakthrough. The story, reflecting Andersen's own travels in Italy in 1833, reveals much about his own life and aspirations as experienced by Antonio, the novel's principal character." (Wikipedia) Seller ID: 20756 Subject: Biography/Autobiography, Photographically Illustrated Books Kuenzig Books Topsfield MA USA Since 1996 Kuenzig Books has bought and sold rare and/or interesting items in many fields with a focus on 19th and 20th century Science, Technology, and Engineering. We are particularly interested in the History of Computing, and the speed with which the technological innovations of the 20th century have impacted the way we live. You'll discover some depth in Physics, Mathematics, Nobel Prize authors, Computing, Scientific Instruments, and Chemistry. We are members of the ABAA (Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America), ILAB (International League of Antiquarian Booksellers), SNEAB (Southern New England Antiquarian Booksellers), and IOBA (The Independent Online Booksellers Association). We often have material not listed here, please ask if you are looking for something specific. International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs (if any) will be prior to bidding or buying if you are unfamiliar with this. We will not misrepresent the content or value of items on customs forms. We are not responsible for any customs delays, custom fees or any other related custom issues. Once we send shipping confirmation, be sure to check regularly with your local customs or post office to ensure that shipments are not returned "unclaimed". If packages are returned to us "unclaimed" we are happy to resend them but will require separate payment from you for the second shipping charge. Terms and Conditions If you have any questions, please ask before bidding. We package carefully so that your items get to you in the condition they were sent. We ship to PayPal verified addresses only. Any refund fees charged to us by PayPal for payments that don't match the verified addresses will be deducted from your refund. Delivery time frames can only be estimated and will depend on the service used, shipping origin, and destination. Payment All payments in US dollars. Payment must be received within 5 days. Please note that our prices on this venue are increased to reflect the fees charged here. Feedback We leave feedback for buyers once they have posted feedback for us. If you are unhappy with any aspect of a transaction with us, please contact us immediately. We work hard to keep buyers happy and to resolve the rare problem promptly. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 259 USD

Location: Topsfield, Massachusetts

End Time: 2024-08-21T19:44:37.000Z

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