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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
<p>Book Description</p><p>Oscar Wilde's <em>The Ballad of Reading Gaol</em> is a <strong>powerful poetic meditation on justice punishment and human suffering</strong> inspired by Wilde's own imprisonment in Reading Gaol in 1895–1897. First published in 1898 the poem reflects on the execution of a fellow prisoner and explores themes of compassion mortality and the cruelty of institutional punishment.</p><p>This edition issued by the <strong>Little Leather Library between 1920 and 1924</strong> brought Wilde's work to a mass audience in a compact affordable format. Bound in imitation leather these pocket-sized volumes were designed for portability and accessibility making literature available to millions of readers in early 20th-century America.</p><p>Key features include:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Poetic intensity</strong>: Wilde's verse combines lyrical beauty with stark realism capturing the emotional weight of prison life.</p></li><li><p><strong>Historical resonance</strong>: Written after Wilde's release the poem stands as both personal testimony and social critique.</p></li><li><p><strong>Compact collectible format</strong>: The Little Leather Library editions are notable for their small size imitation leather binding and role in democratizing literature.</p></li><li><p><strong>Cultural significance</strong>: A landmark in Wilde's oeuvre reflecting his transformation from celebrated wit to a voice of moral witness.</p></li></ul><p>📚 Publication Details <strong>Title</strong> <strong>The Ballad of Reading Gaol</strong> <strong>Author</strong> <strong>Oscar Wilde</strong> <strong>Publisher</strong> <strong>Little Leather Library</strong> <strong>Year</strong> <strong>1920–1924 approximate issue period</strong> <strong>Language</strong> <strong>English</strong> <strong>Format</strong> <strong>Pocket-sized edition imitation leather binding</strong> ✨ Context & Market Position</p><p>This edition is part of the <strong>Little Leather Library series</strong> which distributed millions of miniature classics across the U.S. in the 1920s. Collectors prize these volumes for their <strong>historical charm cultural role and connection to early 20th-century publishing history</strong>.</p><p>For resale positioning emphasize:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Collectible status</strong>: Scarce pocket edition of Wilde's most haunting poem.</p></li><li><p><strong>Literary appeal</strong>: A cornerstone of Wilde's later work resonating with themes of justice and humanity.</p></li><li><p><strong>Series connection</strong>: Part of the iconic Little Leather Library line sought after by collectors of vintage publishing.</p></li></ul> Little Leather Library
书商的参考编号 : 2462
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Oscar Wilde; Robert Straker (foreword>
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Yellow Springs: The Antioch Press. Wear to corners of cover. Dust jacket may or may not be the original since it does not have title or any other indication on it but it does look contemporary to 1932 so could be. . Good. Hardcover. 1932. The Antioch Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 16528H80697
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Goal
Quiet Vision Pub 2006. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. Quiet Vision Pub paperback
书商的参考编号 : G1576469816I3N00 ???????? : 1576469816 9781576469811
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Oscar Wilde; Burton Rascoe introduction
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
New York: The Limited Editions Club at the Harbor Press 1937. Very Good. Zhenya Gay. 28.5 x 19 cm. Grey leather decorated to look like a brick building with gilt spine lettering and housed in slipcase. Limited to 1500 signed by the illustrator of which this is copy 684. Illustrated with 8 lithographs by Zhenya Gay. There is some scuffing to the front cover and edges and the spine is faded. Slipcase is a bit worn at the edges. The Limited Editions Club at the Harbor Press unknown
书商的参考编号 : 87071
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol: 1898
Poole: Woodstock Books. 124pp hardback blue and grey cloth gilt in wrapper Decadents Symbolists Anti-decadents: Poetry of the 1890's . Very Good. Hardcover. 1995. Woodstock Books hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 073559 ???????? : 1854771590 9781854771599
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Oscar WILDE
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
New-York: Barso & Hopkins undated 1898. soft leather cover. in-12 105x175cm. Some marginal tears without missing paper. Barso & Hopkins, hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 84632
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Oscar Wilde; Robert Straker (foreword>
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
NY: E. P. Dutton. Wear to corners of cover. . Good. Hardcover. 1938. E. P. Dutton hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 9953H81127
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
The Limited Editions Club of The Harbor Press 1937. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/No Dust Jacket. Illustrator: Gay Zhenya. Light wear to the edges and the spine; pages toned; a bit musty from storage but a sound binding; very good otherwise. #700/1500 and signed by Zhenya. The slipcase has some wear. Illustrator: Gay Zhenya. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Literary Classics; Inventory No: 222433. . The Limited Editions Club of The Harbor Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 222433
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Weidenfeld & Nicolson History 1995. Paperback. Good. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations. Weidenfeld & Nicolson History paperback
书商的参考编号 : G-144-135 ???????? : 1857995694 9781857995695
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Oscar Wilde
The ballad of Reading Gaol 1916 Leather Bound
2013. Leather Bound. New. Size: 12.7 x 19.05 cms This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition expertly crafted by the prestigious organization “Rare Biblio” with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2013 utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1916. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books every page has been manually restored for legibility. However in certain instances occasional blurriness missing segments or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English Vol:- Pages:- 43 If it is a multi-volume set then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION 12x19 Inches: Available Upon Request. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : BIBLB001140096
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol 1908 Leather Bound
2013. Leather Bound. New. Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition expertly crafted by the prestigious organization “Rare Biblio” with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2013 utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1908. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books every page has been manually restored for legibility. However in certain instances occasional blurriness missing segments or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English Vol:- Pages:- 32 If it is a multi-volume set then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION 12x19 Inches: Available Upon Request. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : BIBLB002405118
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol
Unicorn Press London 1945. Reprint. Hardcover. Good Condition. In 1895 Oscar Wilde was sentenced to two years of hard labor as punishment for having engaged in homosexual acts. While serving out his sentence at Reading Gaol in Berkshire Wilde witnessed the execution by hanging of a young soldier who had murdered his wife by slashing her throat. Profoundly shaken by the execution and the crime that preceded it Wilde composed this elegiac poem centered on the haunting refrain "Yet each man kills the thing he loves." Size: 180mm - 250mm. 32 pages. Covers have some shelf-wear as well as some bumpig to corners and extremities. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Poetry; Britain/UK; Inventory No: 53072. . Unicorn Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 53072
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
F.M. Buckles & Co 1907. Hardcover. Good-/No Jacket. An Elegant edition of Wilde's classic poem. There is damage to some of the later pages and soiled paged. Solid binding. Shelf wear and some soiling on front and back boards. <br/> <br/> F.M. Buckles & Co hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 002023
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol and Other Poems Dover Thrift Editions
Dover Publications February 2012. Trade Paperback. Very Good - Cash. Light reader wear and rubbing to the edges corners covers and pages. The book is in great condition! Stock photos may not look exactly like the book. Dover Publications paperback
书商的参考编号 : 1134269 ???????? : 0486270726 9780486270722
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OSCAR WILDE
The Ballad of Reading Gaol Phoenix 60p Paperbacks - the Literature of Passion
WEIDENFELD & NICOLSON HISTORY. Used - Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates stamps limited notes and highlighting or a few light stains. WEIDENFELD & NICOLSON HISTORY unknown
书商的参考编号 : W05J-00865 ???????? : 1857995694 9781857995695
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
The Unicorn Press 1945. Hardcover. Good. 1945. Reprinted. 32 pages. No dust jacket. Brown cloth boards with gilt lettering. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking inscriptions inserts light foxing tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and tanning. The Unicorn Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 1734541770DPB
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol by C.3. 3
Leonard Smithers Royal Arcade London W 1898. fifth edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Yellow cloth Shelf wear shop soiled foxing in text.Carefully wrapped on a protective acetate cover to prevent further damage. Please contact us if you need further information or scans. Leonard Smithers Royal Arcade London W hardcover
书商的参考编号 : b3-C10882
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781477458402 ???????? : 1477458409 9781477458402
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781484839607 ???????? : 1484839609 9781484839607
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781502452313 ???????? : 1502452316 9781502452313
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781512269437 ???????? : 1512269433 9781512269437
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol: Oscar Wilde Classics Collection
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781506195001 ???????? : 1506195008 9781506195001
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol Signed by the Illustrator
New York: The Limited Editions Club 1937. The 5th book from the 8th Series this being #1058 of 1500 copies. Signed and illustrated by Zhenya Gay with lithographs pulled by George C Miller. Book design by John S Fass and printed by The harbor Press. Set in intertype Egmont or Hurlbut special paper. Bound by Russell-Rutter Company in full granite-gray sheepskin. 76 pages 7 1/4 x 11 inches. Very Good minus book showing normal wear to leather in particular the spine. Two ex-libris on the front endpaper and some spotting generally early and later in the book. Very good slipcase Print info from 1985 Bibliography and Snyman - Grossman LEC Checklist #87. The Limited Editions Club unknown
书商的参考编号 : 29048
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Goal
E.P. Dutton 1928. Hardcover. Very good/No jacket. John Vassos. Inscribed by illustrator John Vassos. Covers faded along edges. E.P. Dutton hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 106975
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Oscar Wilde author; John Vassos illustrator
The Ballad of Reading Gaol Illustrated
E.P. Dutton & Co. New York 1938 First printing thus: First edition illustrated by John Vassos. A beautiful edition of Wilde's poem written post-prison in exile. A very good copy without a jacket. All 16 illustrated plates 15 in-text and 1 frontispiece and all tissue guards are intact. Small owner's signature on front endpaper. Spine slightly slanted. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/No Jacket. E.P. Dutton & Co., New York hardcover
书商的参考编号 : FLAHIVE-538
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : B9781006002397 ???????? : 1006002391 9781006002397
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
An Oscar Wilde Book 2016. Paperback. New. 44 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.11 inches. An Oscar Wilde Book paperback
书商的参考编号 : 1-1479420301 ???????? : 1479420301 9781479420308
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol: By Oscar Wilde
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : B9781022330030 ???????? : 1022330039 9781022330030
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
London: Leonard Smithers 1898. Hardcover. Fair. 8vo. Fourth edition or printing of 1898. Cream linen and mustard coloured cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine which is almost indecipherable. Front board has large damp patch with creasings. Rear board is lightle stained. Edges are bumped. Spine is very faded. Pages are age tanned with occasional foxing. Pages are of laid cream paper and are rough cut. Pages are clean. Previous owner's signature facing the copyright page. Binding is tight. 8vo. One of the limited editions which were published the same year as the original publication by Wilde or C.3.3. 1898 Leonard Smithers hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 5433
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol.
<p><strong>In the original dust sheet.</strong> Red cloth binding with gilt title.</p> The Richards Press. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : FB417 /4B
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; Oscar Wilde's most famous poem with illustrations and an afterward with background information. paperback
书商的参考编号 : ria9781901677751_inp ???????? : 1901677753 9781901677751
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
London: Castle Press. Very Good in Good dust jacket. 1948. Hardcover. Very good hardcover. Dust jacket has several tears creases and some small pieces missing on the top front and top back. Stated First Impression. Inside is in good condition no noticable markings or underlining. ; 5 3/4" x 8 3/4"; 63 pages . Castle Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 42615
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol and De Profundis
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781420981827 ???????? : 142098182x 9781420981827
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad Of Reading Gaol: By Oscar Wilde
Hardback. New. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : B9781020613814 ???????? : 1020613815 9781020613814
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol & The Duchess of Padua Throne Classics
paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. paperback
书商的参考编号 : 9390228522.G ???????? : 9390228522 9789390228522
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol & The Duchess of Padua Throne Classics
hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 9390228530.G ???????? : 9390228530 9789390228539
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol The Duchess of Padua & The Importance of Being Earnest Prince Classics
paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. paperback
书商的参考编号 : 9390209528.G ???????? : 9390209528 9789390209521
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol The Duchess of Padua & The Importance of Being Earnest Prince Classics
hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 9390209536.G ???????? : 9390209536 9789390209538
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Alfred Bartlett. Collectible - Acceptable. Boston MA: Alfred Bartlett 1904. Early U.S. printing. 16mo paperback. 32pp. Facsimile signature on title page. Poor book. Front cover detached. Front cover and endpage dampstained. Gifter's inscription on front endpage. Light writing inside. A few pages stained from a newspaper clipping. Inquire if you need further information. Alfred Bartlett paperback
书商的参考编号 : MA08D-02209
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol Classic Reprint
hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 0266472508.G ???????? : 0266472508 9780266472506
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781722374280 ???????? : 1722374284 9781722374280
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : A9781721665860 ???????? : 1721665862 9781721665860
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol: 1898
hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 1854771590.G ???????? : 1854771590 9781854771599
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
London: Duckworth 1997. First printing thus NAP. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. 4 7/8 x 8 1/8. Woodcuts by Brian Lalor. Sewn binding in paper-covered boards in dustjacket. A nice copy. Opening widely but sewn binding is firm and hinges are intact. Spine square. No marks. Front flyleaf has faint crease and pinprick spot. Bright blue covers unfaded. One page has a small corner crease. Unclipped dustjacket has a little edge- corner- and rubbing-wear. Front flap creased. Duckworth hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 852 ???????? : 0715628046 9780715628041
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Oscar Wilde; Lynd Ward
THE BALLAD OF READING GAOL Illustrated with Mezzotints
New York: MacY-Masius: the Vanguard Press. Fair. 1928. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. Limited edition of only 2000 copies. Cover is heavily worn and soiled and lacking backstrip. Boards and spine are straight. Binding is tight. Signed on front white end sheet. Gift inscription on second white end sheet. Pages are lightly toned with modest soiling on just a few pages which are overall in very good condition. .; Signed by Artist . MacY-Masius: the Vanguard Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 13681
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Oscar Wilde
THE BALLAD OF READING GAOL
New York: Heritage Press 1937. First Edition Thus; First Printing. Hardcover. Fine in a Near Fine slipcase. Heritage Press hardcover
书商的参考编号 : 173736
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : B9781015560444 ???????? : 101556044x 9781015560444
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. paperback
书商的参考编号 : 1535387637.G ???????? : 1535387637 9781535387637
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Paperback / softback. New. paperback
书商的参考编号 : B9783744795333 ???????? : 3744795330 9783744795333
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Oscar Wilde
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
The Heritage Press / George Macy 1937-01-01. Leather Bound. Good. 0.6000 in x 11.1000 in x 7.4000 in. The Heritage Press / George Macy hardcover
书商的参考编号 : mon0000130122
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