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1792 The Vicar Of Wakefield by Oliver Goldsmith Antique Illustrated Fiction Book

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1792 The Vicar Of Wakefield by Oliver Goldsmith Antique Illustrated Fiction Book

The Vicar Of Wakefield - A Tale In Two Volumes (Bound As One)
By Dr. Goldsmith
With Illustrations Printed In Oil Colours
Printed by Sammells and Ritchie For E. Harding and J. Good: London 1792
Illustrated With Six Plates by Thomas Stothard (All Present) - Original Red Leather Bindings - Marbled Endpapers - All Edges Gilt

"The Vicar of Wakefield is Oliver Goldsmith's most celebrated work of fiction, a gentle yet profoundly observant novel that blends sentiment, humour, and moral reflection. First published in the late 18th century, the story follows Dr. Primrose, a benevolent country clergyman whose optimism and integrity are repeatedly tested by misfortune, family trials, and social hypocrisy. Goldsmith's prose is marked by warmth and irony, presenting domestic life as both a moral proving ground and a source of enduring human comedy.

This 1792 London edition, here bound complete in one volume, is distinguished by its fine illustrative program, featuring six plates by the renowned artist Thomas Stothard, all present in this copy. Stothard's delicately composed scenes capture the emotional nuance and theatricality of the narrative, enhancing the reader's engagement with the characters and key moments of the tale. The illustrations, printed in oil colours, exemplify the high standards of late Georgian book production and reflect the growing importance of visual interpretation in literary publishing.

Handsomely bound in original red leather with marbled endpapers, this volume stands as an attractive and historically significant example of 18th-century English literature in fine contemporary dress. Long admired for its moral clarity, narrative charm, and influence on later novelists, The Vicar of Wakefield remains a cornerstone of the English canon and would particularly appeal to collectors of illustrated literature, admirers of Thomas Stothard's work, and readers with an interest in Georgian fiction and moral philosophy."

Light wear to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Includes all 6 engraved plates with some staining as shown. Vast majority of pages clean and well presented. Gilt edging presents well. Excellent binding condition with no loose pages. A beautiful copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 22.5cm x 14cm x 2cm - 248 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Original Red Leather Bindings", "Marbled Endpapers", "Early Edition", "All Edges Gilt"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Includes all 6 engraved plates with some staining as shown. Vast majority of pages clean and well presented. Gilt edging presents well. Excellent binding condition with no loose pages. A beautiful copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Oliver Goldsmith
Publisher: Sammells and Ritchie For E. Harding and J. Good: London
Year Printed: 1792
Sub-subject: Oliver Goldsmith