An outcast of the islands : AMs and envelopes, [1894 Nov. 18]-1895 Sept. 14.

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An outcast of the islands : AMs and envelopes, [1894 Nov. 18]-1895 Sept. 14.

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Complete autograph manuscript with numerous alterations and corrections and with annotations in blue and purple pencil. All pages are present, and numbered as follows: 1-13, 12-56, 58-74, 76-181, 183-235, 237-516 (269, 324, 353 repeated; 388-389 on 1 p.). Accompanied by two large envelopes which formerly contained the manuscript, each sealed with Conrad's arms in red wax. The envelope numbered 1 is marked, "18th Nov. 94: 14th Sept. 95 (Passed for the press 28th Jan. 1896 published 4th March 1896)."

3 items (516 l.) in case ; 34 cm.

Rosenbach Museum & Library

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Rosenbach Museum & Library

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