1868 Rare Gothic Book - Vathek, an Arabian Tale by William Thomas Beckford. Illustrated.This beautiful book has been sold Search for other similar books from our bookseller friends! (Description) Author: William Beckford. Title: Vathek; An Arabian Tale. Publisher: London, William Tegg, 1868. Language: Text in English. Size: 6. 5" X 4. 5". Pages: xxii 184 pages + publisher's catalog. Binding: Very good original full cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Content:

enhancing the text's magic and wonder

Pages: 746 pages

scarce and very good original Victorian full-cloth binding (hinges fine

it includes numerous anecdotes and stories that showcase the remarkable intelligence and loyalty of dogs

He was born in Notting Hill and lived in London

Illustrations: Complete with all the plates richly illustrated with humorous and detailed engravings by Charles H

According to Christian tradition

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illustrated

First edition (according to Quinby 18)

Toad and The Reluctant Dragon

also attributed to him is The Astrological Judgment and Practice of Physick