Lot 192
Lot 192
Charlotte Temple

Susanna Rowson, 1815

    Price Realised USD 1,008
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    Charlotte Temple

    Susanna Rowson, 1815

    Price Realised USD 1,008
    Price Realised USD 1,008
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    ROWSON, Mrs [Susanna Haswell] (1762-1824). Charlotte Temple. A Tale of Truth. Concord, New Hampshire: Printed by Isaac and Walter R. Hill, 1815.

    Rowson's best-selling novel, in a contemporary binding. This early edition is one of numerous ones published in the 1800s, a testament to its enduring popularity. Wright 2190.

    Two volumes in one, 12mo (167 x 97mm). (First gathering a little loose, light dampstain to preliminaries, some occasional soiling.) Original paper-covered boards, leather spine, title in gilt (some soiling, wear at edges, minor worming at rear joint and adjacent board).
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