The Comic Almanack: 1835-53. 2 volumes, . vgc

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The Comic Almanack: AnEphemeris in Jest and Earnest, containing Merry Tales, Humorous Poetry, Quips, and Oddities. First Series, 1835-1843; Second Series, 1844-1853. In two volumes. By William Makepeace Thackeray; Albert Smith; Gilbert A Beckett; Augustus Mayhew; Edward Mayhew and Henry Mayhew. Published by John Camden Hotten in 1871 (Vol 1) and 1886 (Vol2) 7.5" by 5.5", 388 pages & 428 pages, plus plates & fold-outs & publisher’s advertising pages Together these weigh 1.683kg before being protectively packaged. A smart set of this richly illustrated humorous almanac, with diverse content spanning 18 years. With many hundred illustrations by George Cruikshank and other artists: steel & copper engravings. Lovely examples. Half-bound with marbled boards and tan leather spine, with 5 raised hubs, gilt lettering. Externally, minor wear to ends of spine strip in Volume 1. Internally, firmly bound, with only isolated light foxing or small spots. Overall: VERY GOOD INDEED. I am registered to accept Otherwise, UK: personal cheques or postal orders only. No international money orders or non-UK cheques, please. Winning bidders must pay within 10 days of the auction ending. Please check out my other items: I will combine postage costs & save you money if practicable. Please do not pay, especially if you live outside UK, until I have read more

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