Jules Verne / Léon Benett - Deux ans de vacances - 1888

Rare illustrated edition of 91 drawings by Léon Benett and a color map in its handsome binding "with the fan and two elephant heads" recounting the adventure of fifteen English teenagers shipwrecked on a deserted Pacific island, forced to survive alone for two years -

The work fits within the pedagogical and moral vein of the Extraordinary Voyages, offering reflection on education, solidarity and ingenuity in the face of trials, while exalting the values of courage, discipline and team spirit -

Benett's illustrations, numerous and detailed, enhance immersion by giving shape to the wild landscapes, survival scenes and portraits of the young heroes, contributing to the volume's visual and didactic appeal -

Jules Verne / Léon Benett - Two Years' Vacation - 1888 - J. Hetzel & Co. -
356 pp.

Good binding condition, the work in its full red percaline publisher's binding illustrated in black and gold with the cover described as "with the fan and two elephant heads", superb first cover signed Souze in black and gold, second cover in Lenègre type "e" as indicated by Jauzac, wear from use, some minor defects on the cover, headbands worn, corners rubbed, gilded edges, smooth spine adorned with titling, author’s name and ornamentation in gold -

Good interior condition, some smudges and damp spots, notably on the first few leaves, work enriched with 91 drawings by Léon Benett in and out of text including a frontispiece and a color map, blue endpapers in good condition, EL catalog in preparation for 1889, a pleasant copy -

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