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George Bernard Shaw – Misalliance

First Continental Edition – Signed & Dedicated

Author: George Bernard Shaw
Title: Misalliance
Publisher: Bernhard Tauchnitz
Place of publication: Leipzig
Year: 1921
Edition: First Continental Edition
Series: Tauchnitz Edition – Collection of British and American Authors, Vol. 4552
Format: 12mo
Binding: Original paper binding
Pages: 269
Language: English
Signature: Hand-signed and dedicated by George Bernard Shaw to George Gaul

Rare First Continental Edition (1921) of Misalliance by George Bernard Shaw, published by Bernhard Tauchnitz in Leipzig as part of the renowned Tauchnitz Edition, which introduced English-language literature to continental European readers.

This is an especially desirable association copy, being hand-signed and inscribed by Bernard Shaw to George Gaul.

About the Work

Misalliance is one of Shaw’s notable social comedies, addressing themes of class, marriage, social conventions, and individual freedom through his characteristic wit and intellectual satire.

Condition

Good condition for its age.
Original paper binding preserved.
Interior clean overall.
Expected wear consistent with age.
Signature and dedication are clear and legible.
No rebinding or restoration.

Provenance

Rare Books & Auctions, Konstantinos Spanos, Athens

Purchased on 30 November 2014




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