Antique A Shabby Genteel Story by William Makepeace Thackeray

Capture the satirical wit of the Victorian era with this antique edition of Thackeray’s unfinished masterpiece. The deep burgundy cloth and embossed botanical detailing create a visual impact that feels scholarly, moody, and authentically aged.

• Measurements: 7.25 inches height, 5 inches width

• Decade: 1890s

• Style: Victorian Traditional

• Material: Hardcover

• Condition: Good antique condition; shows age-related wear to spine and edges

• Features: Written by William Makepeace Thackeray, 312 pages, published by Richard Edward King (London), embossed floral cover detailing

There is a distinct, rhythmic quality to the social commentary found within these early Richard Edward King printings. Carrying the honest shelf wear of over a century and the natural yellowing of its pages, this copy adds a real sense of history and character to a library display or a specialized collection.

This item is antique, over 130 years old. All measurements are close but approximate.