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The Tennessean, uncut in original boards

Lot 250
16.06.2023 10:00UTC -05:00
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AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationUSA, New York
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Lot 250 | The Tennessean, uncut in original boards
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ROYALL, Anne Newport (1769-1854). The Tennessean; A Novel, Founded on Facts. New-Haven: Printed for the Author, 1827.

First edition of the author's rare first novel, uncut in original boards. "Anne Royall was the original muckraker, a completely self-made and unique woman. Thrown into abject poverty as a child, following the death of her father, and again when her wealthy husband died and his will was contested by evil relatives, she developed and maintained an undiminished drive and energy in fighting for numerous righteous causes" (Emerging Voices). Originally from western Pennsylvania and West Virginia, after she was widowed Royall set out to travel the United States and eventually turned to writing in order to earn a living. The travelogue Sketches of History, Life, and Manner in the United States, was her first effort, followed by the Tennessean. It combines detailed descriptions of rural life in Tennessee with tales of pirates in the Caribbean and attacks by Native Americans. The most recent record in RBH is 1990 for a copy described as defective; prior to that was Arthur Swann's copy in 1960 at Parke Bernet. BAL 17068 (pagination state C, no priority); Emerging Voices 20; Sabin 73825; Wright 2257.

12mo (189 x 110mm). Uncut, copyright notice pasted to verso of title page (a little spotting to preliminary leaves, small loss to corner of rear blank, closed tear and glue remnants to rear flyleaf). Original paper-backed boards, printed purple spine label; modern chemise and quarter morocco slipcase.
Artist:Anne Royall (1769 - 1854)
Place of origin:USA
Auction house category:Printed books
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