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THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE; An Episode of the American Civil War / Illustrated by Roland Descombes / A Limited Edition
by Crane, Stephen
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- Hardcover
- Condition
- Very Fine/None
- Seller
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Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
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About This Item
Franklin Center, Pennsylvania: The Franklin Library, 1976. The 100 Greatest Masterpieces of American Literature / a limited edition collection. Gilt-stamped leather. Very Fine/None. Roland Descombes. 8vo (8 1/4" x 5 3/4" x 1")', full red leather with all edges protected with .22k gold foil, 3 raised bands, gilt tooling to the spine and boards with red silk-moiré end-papers & red ribbon page-marker; Illustrated with 8 full-page B&W plates by Roland Descombes ; a fine volume in Franklin Library's "The 100 Greatest Masterpieces of American Literature," 245 pages. Weight: 1 lb. 3 oz. Very Fine leather-bound copy of an attractively illustrated edition of this classic about a soldier's dangers faced during the Civil War.<br /> <br /> Roland Descombes is a professional artist. He often works in digital art (Giclée).<br /> <br /> Stephen Crane (1871 - 1900) was an American poet, novelist, and short story writer. He is recognized by modern critics as one of the most innovative writers of his generation. The Red Badge of Courageb has become an American classic.<br /> <br /> <br /> EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION: internally tight, clean, bright. No previous owner markings.
Synopsis
The Red Badge of Courage is an 1895 war novel by American author Stephen Crane. It is considered one of the most influential works in American literature. The novel, a depiction on the cruelty of the American Civil War, features a young recruit who overcomes initial fears to become a hero on the battlefield. The book made Crane an international success.
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- Bookseller
- Borg Antiquarian
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 8988
- Title
- THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE; An Episode of the American Civil War / Illustrated by Roland Descombes / A Limited Edition
- Author
- Crane, Stephen
- Illustrator
- Roland Descombes
- Format/Binding
- Gilt-stamped leather
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Fine
- Jacket Condition
- None
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- The 100 Greatest Masterpieces of American Literature / a limited
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- The Franklin Library
- Place of Publication
- Franklin Center, Pennsylvania
- Date Published
- 1976
- Keywords
- Dickens, John Leech, Michael Foreman, Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchet, London, England, illustrated, Christmas, 19th century, manuscript, photographs, engravings, gift
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About the Seller
Borg Antiquarian
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Lake Forest, Illinois
About Borg Antiquarian
BorgAntiquarian (ABAA & ILAB) is a dealer long engaged in selling exceptional collectibles: rare and fine books, autographs and manuscripts, fine art and artifacts. We are generalists in Americana, English & American literature, plus selected authors & important figures (Dickens & Darwin; presidents & 'signers'; scientists & historical figures; Revolutionary & Civil War militaria).
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