A Modern Library reprint edition of the Nikolai Gogol's acclaimed novel which examines the structure of Russian society. Described by Gogol as "an epic poem in prose," it was first published in 1842. Volumes One and Two bound together in a single volume. With an introduction by Clifford Odets and a preface by the unattributed translator, Constance Garnett. --- In Toledano spine 8 / blue cloth / gilt titling on green spine & cover blocks / faded green topstain / grey Kent endpapers / volume lacks the dust jacket. Likely published c.1939-63 (though 1936 date appears in book). ML #40.2. --- With general age-toning to leaves & cloth, inked date to half title page, otherwise a clean, tightly-bound and unmarked copy.; 12mo - 7 to 7-1/2 in. tall; (12), 11-275, 265 pages
Title: Dead Souls (Modern Library #40.2)
Location Published: New York, The Modern Library / Random House: [c.1939-63]
Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Very Good- with no dust jacket
Categories: >>Classic Fiction, Literature, >>Modern Library Editions
Stock No.: 87356
