Pierre; Or, The Ambiguities
New York: Harper & Brothers, Publishers, 1852. First edition. Hardcover. 495 pages. 18.5 x 13 cm. First edition of Melville's follow up to Moby Dick which is somewhat uncommon as a large portion of the first edition of Pierre was destroyed in the 1853 fire at Harper & Brothers. Melville's seventh book, the story of Pierre Glendinning, his fiancée Lucy Tartan, and his illegitimate half-sister Isabel. Its poor reception, followed first by the equally unsuccessful Israel Potter and then The Confidence-Man, would represent the nadir of Melville's writing career. Tiny .06 cm spot to title but interior contents are very bright, fresh and clean BAL 13666. Modern three quarter dark green calf, marbled boards and matching marbled endpapers. Teg. Fine in matching fine green cloth slipcase. Item #24602
Price: $2,995.00