The Life and Adventures of Valentine Vox The Ventriloquist
Henry Cockton
[1849]
Willoughby & Co
Edition
8vo
Description:
Henry Cockton's highly popular Victorian comic novel exposing the abuses of private lunatic asylums through the hilarious misadventures of a talented ventriloquist. The narrative takes a darker turn when his well-meaning uncle is wrongfully incarcerated in a private asylum for financial gain. Plates throughout by S. Onwhyn.
Condition:
Very Good Condition. Green cloth with gilt titles to spine. Early 20th century binding. Binding is firm and contents are lightly spotted. Plates are as usual tanned and foxed. Ex Libris plate to front end paper. Boards are clean with minor wear.
The Life and Adventures of Valentine Vox The Ventriloquist
Henry Cockton
[1849]
Willoughby & Co
Edition
8vo
Description:
Henry Cockton's highly popular Victorian comic novel exposing the abuses of private lunatic asylums through the hilarious misadventures of a talented ventriloquist. The narrative takes a darker turn when his well-meaning uncle is wrongfully incarcerated in a private asylum for financial gain. Plates throughout by S. Onwhyn.
Condition:
Very Good Condition. Green cloth with gilt titles to spine. Early 20th century binding. Binding is firm and contents are lightly spotted. Plates are as usual tanned and foxed. Ex Libris plate to front end paper. Boards are clean with minor wear.
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