Eugene Sue — The Wandering Jew

London, John Dicks, c1884. Leather. A handsomely bound English translation of this French dramatic novel by Eugene Sue, complete in three parts bound as one. A compelling nineteenth century French novel that tells the story of 'the wandering Jew' and his sister, who are condemned to wander the earth protecting the Rennepont family, a family of persecuted Huguenots, from harm. The 'wandering Jew', also represents cholera, an epidemic that was sweeping Europe and America during this time. Originally written by Eugene Sue. Complete in three parts bound as one. Containing thirty-six illustrations by H. Valentin, collated and complete. An early English translation of this work. In half morocco with cloth covered boards and five raised bands to the spine. Externally, smart, some rubbing to the spines, raised bands, and extremities. Some light shelf wear to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages contain the odd spot and bit of offsetting, otherwise they are clean throughout. Very Good . Ill.: H. Valentin. Very Good .