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Antique 1880 “Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio” – Herbert A. Giles – Vol. I

$125

Posted 8 days ago in Elk Grove, CA

Condition: Used (normal wear)

Listed in categories: Collectibles & Art - Antiques

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Antique 1880 “Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio” – Herbert A. Giles – Vol. I

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Rare 1880 first edition of Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio, translated and annotated by Herbert A. Giles of H.M.’s Consular Service. Published in London by Thomas De La Rue & Co. Decorative red cloth binding with gilt dragon and yin-yang design. Publisher: Thomas De La Rue & Co., London Year: 1880 Edition: First Edition, Volume I only (of two) Condition: Antique condition, some cover wear, pages clean and binding solid (see photos). Early English translation of Pu Songling’s classic Chinese ghost and supernatural tales. Desirable to collectors of rare books, Chinese literature, and early translations.

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