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1890 Mark TWAIN Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court Magic Novel
Mark Twains satirical novel, “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court” follows the journey of a modern-day Yankee named Hank Morgan, who gets transported back in time to the medieval court of King Arthur. Using his knowledge of modern technology, Hank tries to modernize Camelot and change the course of history, but his attempts lead to unintended consequences. The novel explores themes of power, corruption, and the clash between modernity and tradition, while also offering a humorous take on medieval romance and chivalry.
Item number: #30936
Price: $499
TWAIN, Mark
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court by Mark Twain.
New York: Charles L. Webster and Company, 1890.
Details:
Collation: Complete
xv, [1], 17-575, [3]
220 illustrations
References: BAL 3429; MacDonnell, 48-49
Notes on edition:
Half-title not on verso of frontispiece
Does not include S device on p.59
Text broken on p. 72, last three lines
Provenance: Handwritten – Percy Lord
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; secure
Green cloth
Size: ~8.5in X 6.75in (21.5cm x 17.5cm)
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Mark Twains satirical novel, “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court” follows the journey of a modern-day Yankee named Hank Morgan, who gets transported back in time to the medieval court of King Arthur. Using his knowledge of modern technology, Hank tries to modernize Camelot and change the course of history, but his attempts lead to unintended consequences. The novel explores themes of power, corruption, and the clash between modernity and tradition, while also offering a humorous take on medieval romance and chivalry.
Item number: #30936
Price: $499
TWAIN, Mark
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court by Mark Twain.
New York: Charles L. Webster and Company, 1890.
Details:
Collation: Complete
xv, [1], 17-575, [3]
220 illustrations
References: BAL 3429; MacDonnell, 48-49
Notes on edition:
Half-title not on verso of frontispiece
Does not include S device on p.59
Text broken on p. 72, last three lines
Provenance: Handwritten – Percy Lord
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; secure
Green cloth
Size: ~8.5in X 6.75in (21.5cm x 17.5cm)
Our Guarantee:
Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.
Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!
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1890 Mark TWAIN Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court Magic Novel
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