Walden
Henry D. Thoreau
Publisher: Boston: Ticknor & Fields, 1854. Hardcover. First edition, first state. Ads date 1854, map at page 307, see also pages 24, 137 and 217 for other points. Rebound apparently by Robert Adams, Fall River, MA, sometime in the mid to early 20th century. Handsome ¾ red morocco and marble boards in excellent condition. The original cloth covers and spine are in very nice condition with the gilt still bright and are bound at the rear, together with the eight-page publisher’s catalogue. With engraved title page and map. Minor, minor foxing. Very tight. Very Good ++ to Fine or better in an extremely attractive binding.
Suggested estimate $2000-4000
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