Description:

Published by W. Spotswood & J. Nancrede, Boston, 1796. Early U.S. edition of a book originally published in France in 1787. Engraved frontispiece. Translated from the French of J.H.B. de Saint Pierre, author of the Studies of nature, by H. Hunter, D.D. ; Embellished with engravings. . Plates engraved by Samuel Hill. - Welch, d'A.A. Amer. children's books, 1143.1. Evans 31150. Early translation of Paul et Virginie, printed in 18th century Boston. Quite scarce example of 18th century American juvenile literature. This book was the inspiration for the later British book, "the Blue Lagoon." (and by this route, the 1980 Brooke Shields movie of the same name.) The work was first printed in French in 1787 as a criticism of the classism of the old regime at the eve of the Revolution. St. Pierre compared corruption in French society to the state of nature the lovers found on the Isle of Mauritius, where goods, food, and land were shared by all without greed or schemes. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

    Dimensions:
  • 2.5" x 4-1/8"
  • Condition:
  • Good Condition with no missing pages. The front and back cover are missing

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August 29, 2022 6:00 PM EDT
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