Rob Roy
by Sir Walter Scott
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Poor/Fair Condition but Great Sentimental Copy./None
- Seller
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Mulvane, Kansas, United States
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About This Item
– "May Blessings Be Upon The Head of Cadmus, The Phoenicians or Whoever it was That Invented Books" - Thomas Carlyle This quotation is on the cover, just below the Title.
Deep Toning, Loose FLEP & FTP, repaired hinge/gutter, loose page repaired else contents are all present, tight and unblemished. Impressive embossed cover and spine/gilt lettering and accents. A couple of loose blank pages. Faded green decorated, cloth covered boards display suface/edge wear with some fading. Remains strong.
An historical novel as gripping as Scott's Ivanhoe. It is a tale of adventure in the 18th century, set in the Scottish highlands, whose hero is the legendary maverick outlaw Rob Roy Macgregor.
Insurance & handling is included free. Extra Charges/Fees apply on Shipments Outside The U.S. and Expedited Shipments. Oversize and/or heavy books may require additional fees. Will advise. Updated 3.11.2023 Biblio 9.23.2020
Synopsis
Young Frank Osbaldistone, sent to live in Scotland, is drawn to the powerful figure of Rob Roy MacGregor, who, with his wife, fights for justice and dignity for Scotland. Twists of plot and a romantic outlaw's cunning escapes make this a classic epic.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Eve's Reads (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- #1080-13119
- Title
- Rob Roy
- Author
- Sir Walter Scott
- Book Condition
- Used - Poor/Fair Condition but Great Sentimental Copy.
- Jacket Condition
- None
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Caxton 1st Ed
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Belford, Clarke & Co
- Place of Publication
- Chicago & New York
- Date Published
- 1829
- Size
- 386 Pages
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
Terms of Sale
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Shipping/Handling/Insurance/Tracking Included within the continental U.S. (Free Shipping). Extra Charges/Fees apply on ALL Shipments Outside The U.S. and Expedited Shipments. Oversize and/or heavy books require additional fees. Will advise and will send invoice via Paypal for extra charges.
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