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No date c. 1920. Front hinge held in by tape.

624 pages, b/w plates; 12mo, green cloth, small decoration front cover. Spine ends/corner tips worn, edges rubbed, inner front hinge broken, small tear title page, good+; no dust jacket. Originally published in 1877 in Canada with pirated editions put out in the U.S. until 1987 when Page printed an authorized, revised edition.

New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. 404

Zustand: Sehr gut - Gepflegter, sauberer Zustand. | Seiten: 692 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher

Rough cut page edges on bottom and side but not top. Map of old City of Quebec on front and back end papers.Black and white illustrations. Very short introduction by T.G. Marquis.

Not ex-lib. Mass market paperback in orange and yellow series-design wraps. xi + 320pp. + note on author, series list. VG-. Surface loss along hinges with touch of scraping to md front wrap above title; 2 1/2" crease lower corner rear wrap; shallow crease above lower front edge near corner; central colors clean and bright. Binding strong and square. Pages clean and unmarked. Of special interest to period NCL collectors.

580 pages plus map on end apers Undated fiction circa 1900 Half leather binding which has been very well rebacked page end golded book in vg to near fine condition

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - 'The Golden Dog' is a historical novel written by Canadian author William Kirby. It is considered one of the earliest and most significant works of Canadian fiction. Set in the 18th century, specifically in the city of Quebec during the French regime, the novel explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and political intrigue. 'The Golden Dog' tells the story of two young lovers, Marie de l'Incarnation and Claude de Beauharnais, who are caught up in the turbulent times of war and political unrest. The novel vividly depicts the social and cultural landscape of Quebec City, portraying the clash between the French and British influences and the complex relationships between the various characters. The central plot revolves around a mysterious golden dog statue that is believed to possess supernatural powers. The dog becomes a symbol of fortune and misfortune, as its possession brings both joy and tragedy to those who encounter it. Through his storytelling, Kirby captures the spirit of the era and provides a glimpse into the historical context of early Canadian society. He delves into themes of identity, heritage, and the struggles faced by the inhabitants of Quebec City during a time of political upheaval. 'The Golden Dog' holds an important place in the country's literary canon and is recognized for its contribution to the development of Canadian literature.