The Mysteries of Paris by Eugene Sue - 1907

London - W. Nicholson and Sons, 1907 Book. Very Good. Hardcover. A scarce translated copy of this anti-Catholic novel from French novelist, Joseph Marie Eugne Sue. Featuring decorative head and tail pieces, and small engraved vignette to the title page. Originally published serially in 90 parts in Journal des dbats from 19 June 1842 until 15 October 1843, making it one of the first serial novels published in France. It was an instant success, The Mysteries of Paris single-handedly increased the circulation of Journal des dbats, founding the City mysteries genre. Condition: In original decorative cloth binding with gilt detailing to the spine and front board. Externally, generally smart, with only some very light rubbing. Internally, firmly bound, bright and generally clean, with only some light foxing to the first and last leaves. Neat ink signature to the front pastedown, dated 1907. Overall: VERY GOOD..