Trilby: A Novel

Langue : anglais

Edité par Harper & Brothers, New York, 1894

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A superbly preserved first American edition of George du Maurier's iconic 1894 novel Trilby, published by Harper & Brothers in New York. This is the first illustrated edition in book form—the only 1894 edition to feature du Maurier's complete illustrative apparatus. The copy is handwritten presentation inscribed Christmas 1894, the very year of publication, and includes a contemporary newspaper clipping tipped to the back board documenting Dr. Joseph Silverman's lecture on Trilby's moral influence at Temple Emanu-El. This provides rare real-time documentation of the novel's immediate cultural impact and the serious intellectual debate it sparked. Trilby was originally serialized in Harper's Magazine in 1893–1894 and became a phenomenal bestseller that ignited cultural controversy. The novel introduced Svengali as an archetype of malevolent influence and gave its name to a style of hat still recognized today. The tipped-in newspaper clipping reports on Dr. Silverman's lecture titled "The Moral Influence of Fiction in General and of Trilby in Particular." Despite "much adverse discussion among the congregation" of wealthy, influential members who had "freely protested that the popular preacher should eschew all such sensational subjects," the Temple was "crowded to the doors" for the lecture. Dr. Silverman's thoughtful response—"It is generally a difficult problem to judge whether the influence of a book is for good or evil"—captures the serious intellectual engagement Trilby inspired. This Harper & Brothers edition is bibliographically primary: it is the only 1894 edition to include illustrations in book form. The London triple-decker edition of the same year contained no illustrations, making this American first the definitive illustrated version. All twenty-eight du Maurier engravings are present and crisp, appearing here in their first book publication. Original publisher's cream cloth with elaborate Art Nouveau gilt spider web and floral design by Margaret Armstrong. Binding remains vibrant with minimal fading, sharp corners, and secure structure. All preliminary matter complete. Pages clean and cream-colored with minimal age-toning. Text crisp and fully legible. 464 pages plus publisher's advertisements intact. Presentation inscription on front free endpaper in elegant handwriting: "To D. Shihlins from John D. Dorridge, Christmas 1894." The tipped-in clipping suggests the book's recipient was actively engaged with contemporary cultural debate surrounding Trilby, preserving this evidence of public discourse. Condition: Very Good to Fine. A display-quality copy of the first illustrated edition enriched by authentic contemporary documentation of its cultural significance and reception.

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Détails bibliographiques

Titre
Trilby: A Novel
Auteur
George du Maurier
Éditeur
Harper & Brothers, New York
Année de publication
1894
État de l'article
Assez bon
Reliure
Couverture rigide
Langue
anglais
Illustrateur
George du Maurier
Édition
Edition originale, Édition illustrée
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Christine's Cabinet is an independent antiquarian bookshop specializing in illustrated first editions, fine bindings, and Victorian & Edwardian literature with documented provenance. Run by a single bookseller with 12+ years in book arts, printmaking, and book repair — currently teaching bookbinding at RISD Continuing Education, joining the Providence Art Club as an instructor this fall, 2026.

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