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Lolita

by NABOKOV, Vladimir

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Paris: Olympia Press, 1955. First. paperback. near fine. 2 volumes. 12mo, original printed green wrappers (some minor rubbing and crinkling on spine; professional repairs to rear corners of first volume and cover of second volume). Paris: Olympia Press, (1955). First edition. An clean tight pair, protected in a sculpted green cloth clamshell case with leather spine label.<br/> <br/> Nabokov's masterpiece. First issue, with the 900 franc price on both volumes.<br/> <br/>

Synopsis

Lolita is widely regarded as one of the greatest books of the 20th Century. The cultural influence of Lolita cannot be understated, and numerous editions have been printed since 1955. The book has been made into movies, plays, and has sparked countless conversations about relationships and the nature of obsession. Even the covers of the later editions have sparked controversy, as they feature potentially suggestive depictions of the famous "nymphet". Unsurprisingly, Lolita is often at the top of banned books lists in high schools.

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On Aug 26 2014, a reader said:
Vladimir Nabokov's postmodern masterpiece about a man's obsession with a young girl is nothing short of remarkable. Not only does Nabokov situate the story within the context of Cold War America, but he has the ability to make the reader sympathise with an otherwise immoral character. Through Nabokov's lyrical, poetic and deceptive writing, the story becomes at once comical and poignant. Underneath all the amusing and colourful metaphors and allusions to American popular culture is a deeply affecting story about obsession, innocence and unrequited love. As with Jack Kerouac's On The Road, the theme of 'the journey' is strongly emphasised throughout, as the lead character descends deeper into madness as he and his step-daughter travel around America. A cult classic and must-read, Lolita is the work of genius.

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Bookseller
Argosy Book Store US (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #
308074
Title
Lolita
Author
NABOKOV, Vladimir
Format/Binding
Paperback
Book Condition
Used - near fine
Quantity Available
1
Edition
First
Publisher
Olympia Press
Place of Publication
Paris
Date Published
1955
Note
May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.

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Rubbing
Abrasion or wear to the surface. Usually used in reference to a book's boards or dust-jacket.
Fine
A book in fine condition exhibits no flaws. A fine condition book closely approaches As New condition, but may lack the...
Spine Label
The paper or leather descriptive tag attached to the spine of the book, most commonly providing the title and author of the...
First Edition
In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. A book may have more than one first edition in...
Wrappers
The paper covering on the outside of a paperback. Also see the entry for pictorial wraps, color illustrated coverings for...
Cloth
"Cloth-bound" generally refers to a hardcover book with cloth covering the outside of the book covers. The cloth is stretched...
Tight
Used to mean that the binding of a book has not been overly loosened by frequent use.
12mo
A duodecimo is a book approximately 7 by 4.5 inches in size, or similar in size to a contemporary mass market paperback. Also...

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