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Lolita

by Nabokov, Vladimir

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  • very good
  • Hardcover
  • first
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Very Good/Dust Jacket Included
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About This Item

New York, NY: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1955. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. First Edition, First Impression.. 319 pages, 8vo. Missing dust-jacket. First Impression, with no later impressions stated on copyright page. White and light grey cloth boards with black cloth spine, gilt and bronze lettering along spine. Top page edge stained red. Shelfwear: light scuffing and tanning along edges and spine, light tanning along page edges. Tightly bound, no marks. Volume is in Very Good condition..

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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Reviews

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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Details

Bookseller
Russian Hill Bookstore US (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #
57345
Title
Lolita
Author
Nabokov, Vladimir
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Very Good
Jacket Condition
Dust Jacket Included
Edition
First Edition, First Impression.
Publisher
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Date Published
1955
Keywords
NABOKOV LOLITA

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Russian Hill Bookstore, established in 1974, is one of the last family-owned used and new bookstores in San Francisco. We began as Sunset Bookstore in 1974, a small used bookshop servicing the Sunset District west of 19th Avenue, and have been in continual operation for the past 43 years. Over the years Sunset Bookstore has since closed and merged with Russian Hill Bookstore, which has grown to become also the best note card shop in the city, and a favorite place for toys and games for children of all ages.

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