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London: Bradbury & Evans, 1850. First Edition. Very Good. First edition, first issue. xiv, errata sheet, 624pp. (Title page dated 1850; "screamed" for "screwed" error present on p. 132, single quote mark on p. 369.) Very Good bound in 19th century three-quarter dark brown leather binding over marbled boards. Binding rubbed, with leather spine slightly pulled at the crown. Minor rubbing to ends and tips. All edges marbled. Front and rear inner hinges exposed, slightly more tender at the front though binding remains stable. Armorial bookplate of former owner on front pastedown. Foxing and offsetting, primarily to plates and the adjacent pages. The first appearance in book form of Dicken's classic detailing his life from infancy to adulthood.

Considered one of Charles Dickens' most popular works, 'David Copperfield' is a rich tapestry of Victorian life, blending humor, tragedy, and romance in a vibrant narrative.

First edition copies of 'David Copperfield' were published in monthly installments by Bradbury and Evans from May 1849 to November 1850.