Moby-Dick; or, The Whale Herman Melville. Illustrated Books,Literature,Rare Books

"Moby-Dick; or, The Whale". Herman Melville. First edition illustrated by Rockwell Kent, published in 1930 by Random House (New York). Originally published in 1851 by Harper & Brothers (New York) and Richard Bentley (London). This copy: Original hardcover binding in black cloth with silver pictorial stamping designed by Rockwell Kent. xxxi, 822 pages. Complete with all Kent woodcut illustrations. Size: 19.0 x 14.0 x 5.0 cm. Weight: 1.2 kg. Language: English. Condition: Body: Good - Minor rubbing and general wear consistent with age. Binding: Good - Slightly loose. Edges: Good - Some foxing, age toning, and soiling. Pages: Good - Some age toning and noticeable spots on blank leaves.With a few faint pencil markings. Text: Very Good - Clean and bright overall. Description: Melville's timeless masterpiece of sea and soul, Moby-Dick, was first published in 1851 by Harper & Brothers in New York and by Richard Bentley in London. This 1930 first edition illustrated by Rockwell Kent, issued by Random House, brought a new visual dimension to the novel through Kent's bold Art Deco woodcut designs. The stark black-and-silver binding and many illustrations transformed the text into a landmark of modern book design. A highly sought-after edition uniting literary genius and artistic vision. Shipping from Tokyo, Japan. International shipping available. Please note: All sales are final, especially for higher-value items. Returns are not accepted unless the item is significantly not as described.