The Ballad Of Reading Gaol By Oscar Wilde C.3.3. (Wilde, Oscar) HC, 1898 2nd Ed

Description: The Ballad Of Reading Gaol By Oscar Wilde C.3.3. (Wilde, Oscar) HC, 1898 - 2nd EditionThe Second UK printing published by Leonard Smithers, London. Publication date February 1898 to copyright page. The second edition was issued within a month of the publication of the first printing, hence this edition is printed Second Edition which make ii different from other books that claim Second Edition though lacks the Printed "Second Edition" to the title page verso. Title page and Second Edition page still untrimmed. A stamped blue that reads Thacker & Co. Ltd. Bombay, and previous owner writing and name appears Campbell ……..-Cotte? (a little illegible), dated July 1942. Title page is uncut where the second edition is shown at the back, some pages may still be uncut. The book is in in very good condition with original boards, vellum spine and gilt titling. Some light page related wear to the vellum and boards. Light spotting and yellowing to the blank end-papers, a couple of tears as shown. Oscar Wilde's last work, published pseudonymously using his prisoner designation.In September of 1897, shortly after leaving Britain, Wilde moved with Alfred Douglas to Naples, where they lived at the Villa Giudice at via Posillipo 37. Even though Wilde travelled under a pseudonym, his presence in the city was well-known. He did nothing to hide it, either. He spent time with Douglas in one club or another where young men hung out, but also where the literati gathered, so Wilde might find translators for his works. Wilde and Douglas lived at Villa Giudice for a few months surrounded by scandal until they were separated by their respective families under various financial threats. The threats worked; Douglas was forced to return home in early December 1897. Wilde moved to a cheap hotel at via S. Lucia, 31. He tried to have some of his works produced in Naples but without success. He left Naples in February 1898 and went to Paris, where he died destitute (http://www.naplesldm.com/wilde.php). He would have been in contact writing to Leonard Smithers regarding the forthcoming publication of this title, which was published by Leonard Smithers on 13th February 1898 under the author name ‘C.3.3.’, which stood for cell block C, landing 3, cell 3. This ensured that Wilde's name, by then notorious, did not appear on the poem's front cover. It was not commonly known, until the 7th printing in June 1899, that ‘C.3.3.’ was actually Wilde. The first edition, of 800 copies, sold out within a week, and Smithers announced that a second edition would be ready within another week. This second edition was printed on 24th February 1898, in a 1,000 copies, and also sold very well. Notes: Great effort is made to ensure the item is described as accurately as possible. All items are sold AS IS and I encourage you to look at all pictures and ask any questions you may have regarding the item prior to bidding. I am more than happy to answer questions and/or take more pictures if necessary (some pictures may show shadows or reflections of lighting used). As for feedback, I will leave positive feedback once payment is received. It is greatly appreciated that you also leave positive feedback once the item has been delivered and you are satisfied with it. If you are unhappy with the item once it is received, please contact me prior to leaving neutral or negative feedback so we can discuss any issues. Payment/Shipping: Upon receipt of payment, item(s) are shipped within 3 business days. Shipping is calculated through eBay, USPS or FedEx, determined by location, size and weight. I also try whenever possible to offer both Priority Mail and Standard Post whichever is the best shipping option. Insurance, tracking number and delivery confirmation are included in the shipping cost.We are extremely careful about packaging the item(s) sold and intend they arrive at your door the same condition as packed. It is important to us and pleased that these objects are in the hands of people who appreciate them. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask.Thanks for looking! For Books only we accept International shipping and cost will be based on buyer’s country of residence using USPS Priority Mail with insurance or whatever is the cheapest shipping with insurance. QUOTED SHIPPING COST IS ONLY TO 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES OF USA (EXCLUDING ALASKA & HAWAII). WE DO NOT SHIP TO P.O. BOX. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COST WILL BE BASED ON BUYER’S COUNTRY AND WILL SHIP WITH INSURANCE. YOU MAY SEND A MESSAGE TO INQUIRE ON SHIPPING COST, IF IN DOUBT.

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