A Catalogue Of Books In First Editions Selected To Illustrate The History Of English Prose Fiction From 1485-1870 (1917)

''A Catalogue of Books in First Editions Selected to Illustrate the History of English Prose Fiction from 1485-1870'' is a comprehensive guide to the development of English prose fiction from the late 15th century to the late 19th century. This book was published in 1917 by the Grolier Club, a bibliophilic society in New York City. The book contains a detailed list of first edition books that are considered important in the history of English prose fiction. The books are arranged chronologically, and each entry includes a brief description of the book, its author, and its significance in the development of the genre. The catalogue includes works by some of the most celebrated authors in English literature, including Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and William Thackeray. The book also includes an introductory essay by the editor, which provides historical context and insights into the development of English prose fiction. This book is an essential resource for scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts of English literature who are interested in the history of the genre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.