Lot 009: Aladdin Sindbad Ali Baba Mary Elizabeth Braddon Gustave Doré 1880 Maxwell 1st Ed

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Aladdin Sindbad Ali Baba Mary Elizabeth Braddon Gustave Doré 1880 Maxwell 1st Ed by Mary Elizabeth Braddon Offered here is an exceptionally rare 1879–80 edition of the most famous tales from the Arabian Nights, including Aladdin, Sindbad, and Ali Baba. This volume represents a unique collaboration between the preeminent Victorian "Sensation" novelist Mary Elizabeth Braddon and the master of 19th-century fantasy illustration, Gustave Doré. Published by John and Robert Maxwell in London, this edition was designed as a high-end visual showcase. Doré’s intricate and atmospheric engravings bring a haunting, grand scale to the Eastern fables. Braddon’s editing provides a distinctive Victorian literary perspective on these ancient stories. As an original Maxwell publication from the height of Braddon’s career, this is a cornerstone piece for collectors of Victorian literature, Doré’s artwork, or rare children’s classics. Synopsys: 'Aladdin, or the Wonderful Lamp, Sindbad, the Sailor, or the Old Man of the Sea, Ali Baba or the Forty Thieves' by M E Braddon is a comprehensive anthology of the most engaging and thrilling tales of Arabian folklore. The book weaves the classic tales of adventure, valour, mystery, and fantasy surrounding three iconic characters from Arabian literature: Aladdin, Sinbad the Sailor, and Ali Baba. Braddon masterfully retells these stories, instilling the flair of colourful Orient, magic, mysticism, and moral lessons. Aladdin's journey of self-discovery with his magic lamp, Sinbad's awe-inspiring seven voyages, and Ali Baba's confrontation with the Forty Thieves are meticulously crafted presenting readers with an enchanting blend of myth and folklore. This book is a gateway into the magical and timeless world of Arabian Nights and a precious addition to the shelf of any lover of classic literature. _________________________________ This is a significant and rare Victorian-era publication . Mary Elizabeth Braddon, the famous "Queen of Sensation" fiction, edited this collection of Arabian Nights tales, which features illustrations by the legendary G Condition This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment. Item Specifics Format: Hardcover Condition: Acceptable Publisher: John and Robert Maxwell Year: 1880 Edition: 1st Edition

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