-Bleak House*

b, Ca. 1853 First edition by Charles Dickens with illustrations by J.K. Browne

Notes

"Bleak House" by Charles Dickens, published in 1853, is a seminal work of Victorian literature known for its intricate plot and vast array of characters. The novel critiques the British legal system, particularly the Court of Chancery, through the interminable case of Jarndyce and Jarndyce. It intertwines multiple storylines, focusing on the orphan Esther Summerson, the secrets of Lady Dedlock, and the benevolent John Jarndyce. Dickens employs both a third-person omniscient narrator and Esther's first-person perspective to weave a complex, richly detailed narrative that explores themes of social justice, poverty, and corruption.

Description

Emerald green leather with gold embossing on spine, rust author and book title between top raised band, three edge marbling, 38 engraved plates, very good condition.