Jules Verne: The Final Chapter
By Lion & Unicorn
Apr 17, 2024
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Our Final Auction dedicated to the renowned author. Jules Gabriel Verne (1828-1905) was a renowned French luminary in literature, celebrated as the "father of science fiction". His imaginative narratives captivated readers worldwide, often delving into futuristic innovations and technologies ahead of his time. Verne's literary legacy is characterized by a unique fusion of scientific exploration and exhilarating adventures, making him a pioneer in the realm of speculative fiction.
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LOT 45:

Jules Verne, Claudius Bombardac, Aux Feuilles d'Acanthe Gold

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17/04/2024 at Lion & Unicorn
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Jules Verne, Claudius Bombardac, Aux Feuilles d'Acanthe Gold
Handsome single volume from Hetzel's French edition Aux Feuilles d'Acanthe, Macaron dore, from Voyages Extraordinaires: Les Mondes Connus et Inconnus by Jules Verne. Includes Claudius Bombardac (The Special Correspondent or The Adventures of Claudius Bombarnac) with illustrations by Leon Benett. Collection Hetzel, Bibliotheque d'Education et de Recreation, published by Pierre Jules Hetzel et Cie, Paris.

Artist: Jules Verne (French 1828-1905)
Issued: 1906
Dimensions: 7.25"W x 10.75"H x 0.80"D
Manufacturer: Hetzel
Country of Origin: France
Provenance: Collection of Marie-Claude Lalique

Condition: Very good. Minor wear on spine corners. Some areas of discoloration on covers. Minor soiling.