Author: John Fowles
Title: The French Lieutenant&Apos;S Woman
Description: London, Jonathan Cape , 1969. First edition. Cloth. The first edition of this historical romance novel by John Fowles, with the original, unclipped dust wrapper. The first edition. In the publisher's original full cloth binding, with the original unclipped dust wrapper. With beautiful illustrated paste-downs by Tom Adams. 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' is a historical romance novel exploring the complex relationship between a Victorian naturalist and a former governess and independent woman. The novel is noted for its depiction of gender issues, with a stark contrast between the strong-willed, independent female protagonist and the traditional male characters. John Fowles was a notable English novelist, best known for his best-selling work, 'The Magus', as well as, 'The Ebony Tower', and 'Daniel Martin&apos. The half title page is present. In the publisher's original full cloth binding. Externally, excellent with little shelf wear. The original, unclipped dust wrapper is in very smart condition. Some light age-toning and scattered spots to the flyleafs. Some shelf wear to the extremities. The spine is darkened. Light marks to the panels. Internally, firmly bound. Pages very bright and clean. Fine . Ill.: None. Fine/Very Good Indeed.

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