The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman
Laurence Sterne, Illustrated by George Cruikshank
1832
James Cochrane
First Edition Thus.
8vo, Two Volumes
Description:
The first Cruikshank illustrated edition of Sterne's legendary comic novel, published in two volumes.
Published by James Cochrane in London as two octavo volumes, this 1832 release marks the first edition to feature the artwork of George Cruikshank and all his whimsy. Sterne's witty, self-conscious style challenged the traditional structure of the novel, focusing more on the bizarre character traits of Tristram's family, such as Uncle Toby and Walter Shandy, than on a straightforward picturesque plot. Lovely Binding!
Condition:
Very Good Condition. Smartly bound in early 20th century half brown leather with brown cloth covered boards. Binding is firm and contents are clean. Light offsetting to title page. All plates are present. Boards are clean with minor wear.
The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman
Laurence Sterne, Illustrated by George Cruikshank
1832
James Cochrane
First Edition Thus.
8vo, Two Volumes
Description:
The first Cruikshank illustrated edition of Sterne's legendary comic novel, published in two volumes.
Published by James Cochrane in London as two octavo volumes, this 1832 release marks the first edition to feature the artwork of George Cruikshank and all his whimsy. Sterne's witty, self-conscious style challenged the traditional structure of the novel, focusing more on the bizarre character traits of Tristram's family, such as Uncle Toby and Walter Shandy, than on a straightforward picturesque plot. Lovely Binding!
Condition:
Very Good Condition. Smartly bound in early 20th century half brown leather with brown cloth covered boards. Binding is firm and contents are clean. Light offsetting to title page. All plates are present. Boards are clean with minor wear.
