Romances and Narratives by Daniel Defoe in 16 volumes.
London: J.M. Dent and Company, 1899. Second edition. Red Leather. Defoe [c. 1660 - 1731] was a British writer, journalist, merchant and spy. He was famous for his novels and political activity. He also lived through the Great Fire of London and the Great Plague of London, which must assuredly have influenced his writings. This set includes these works: Robinson Crusoe; Duncan Campbell; Memoirs of a Cavalier; Captain Singleton; Moll Flanders; Journal of the Plague Year; Colonel Jacque; Roxana; New Voyage Around the World; Due Preparations for the Plaque; Captain Avery.
16 volumes, 12mo, beautifully bound in red morocco and marbled boards, gilt title on spines, numbered 1-16, marbled endpapers, teg. Five volumes have been restored: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, internally clean. Vol. 1 has the remnants of an early repair where the spine leather meets the marbled board, now professionally restored. Overall very good condition. Item #29291
Price: $650.00