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1890 The World Of Adventure Illustrated Antique Adventure History Book Cassell

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1890 The World Of Adventure Illustrated Antique Adventure History Book Cassell

The World Of Adventure. A Collection Of Stirring Scenes and Moving Accidents. Illustrated.
Published by Cassell & Company Limited: London 1890

" The World of Adventure: A Collection of Stirring Scenes and Moving Accidents is a richly illustrated late-Victorian anthology celebrating the perils and triumphs of exploration, seafaring, and discovery. Published by Cassell & Company in 1890, the volume gathers true and embellished tales from the age of empire, encompassing shipwrecks, Arctic voyages, mountain ascents, and daring rescues. Its pages pulse with energy and suspense, capturing the Victorian fascination with courage under pressure and the indomitable human spirit confronting nature's extremes. The engravings throughout heighten the sense of immediacy, vividly portraying scenes of storm, struggle, and salvation.

More than mere entertainment, the book serves as a reflection of the adventurous ethos of the late nineteenth century—an era enthralled by exploration and progress. The narratives often blend moral lessons with real historical episodes, portraying endurance, faith, and ingenuity as the defining virtues of manhood and civilization. Whether chronicling a polar expedition or a desert trek, each story underscores the Victorian belief in destiny and duty in the face of danger.

Beautifully bound and lavishly illustrated, this 1890 Cassell edition remains a striking example of the publisher's renowned adventure compilations. It offers a window into a bygone literary tradition where history and romance intertwined, appealing today to collectors of Victorian illustrated books, enthusiasts of travel and maritime history, and readers drawn to tales of human daring and exploration."

General wear, fading, a few marks and wear to covers and spine as shown. Inside hinges split and text block has sagged within covers - covers are secure, just wobbly. Pages with general age toning otherwise clean. Pencil inscriptions present front and back endpapers. A complete copy in decent condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 26cm x 19cm x 4cm - 760 Pages

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Condition: Acceptable
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Original Decorated Cloth Bindings"]
Region: Africa
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear, fading, a few marks and wear to covers and spine as shown. Inside hinges split and text block has sagged within covers - covers are secure, just wobbly. Pages with general age toning otherwise clean. Pencil inscriptions present front and back endpapers. A complete copy in decent condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Various
Publisher: Cassell & Company Limited: London
Year Printed: 1890
Sub-subject: Adventure History