First French Edition of Swiss Family Robinson
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Author: Wyss, Johann David
Title: Le Robinson Suisse, ou Journal d'un Pere de Famille Naufrage avec ses Enfans
Place Published: Paris
Publisher:A. Bertrand
Date Published: 1814
Description:
Author: Wyss, Johann David
Title: Le Robinson Suisse, ou Journal d'un Pere de Famille Naufrage avec ses Enfans
Place Published: Paris
Publisher:A. Bertrand
Date Published: 1814
Description:
4 volumes. 12 engraved plates, folding map. (12mo) 16.5x9.5 cm (6½x3¾") period full mottled calf, spines gilt, red morocco labels. First French Edition.
The classic story of the shipwrecked Robinson family. Translated from the original German edition of 1812. A folding map of the deserted island at the rear of the final volume. Translated by Isabelle de Montolieu. Montolieu's French version is the literal source of still frequently reprinted English translations.
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Bindings a bit worn; light foxing; very good.
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First French Edition of Swiss Family Robinson
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