When I visited my boyfriend’s grandparent’s a few weekends ago, his grandfather (who has the most amazing ability to remember hundreds of lengthy poems by rote) very kindly gave me this 1850 version of David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. He said he thinks it might be a first edition, and it is certainly a very early one. I love that it has so much history.
Autocorrected to show title on spine
The poor book is showing its age though, as you can see in the pictures below. I’m going to take it for conservation work to prevent it becoming any more damage and to hopefully buy it a little more time. Luckily a father of a good friend of mine works as a librarian and was able to recommend a reputable conservator.
Damaged spine
I hope that in a few weeks I will be able to show you a much happier looking little book.
What a beautiful looking book though! There’s something amazing about old books that just feels so historical.
Wow, how wonderful! Do you think it really is a first edition copy? If it is, lucky you!
It’s difficult to say as I am no expert, but the novel was originally published as a serial. The earliest printed books are from 1850 so it could be!
How exciting! Take good care of it!
I love the smell of vintage books, so much history! An old book like this makes me warm and fuzzy on the inside.
Raj
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