a fine illustrated example of one of Pushkin's most popular novels

A limited edition of Pushkin's historical novel based on Pugachev's rebellion of 1773. Originally published in 1836, it is a masterful tale of love and rebellion set in the time of Catherine the Great.

Limited edition, one of 900 copies printed on papier vélin, this numbered 914, from a total edition of 1000, 8vo (24.5 x 17cm); portrait frontispiece after Wright and 12 full-page engravings after Sokolov, all engraved by Alphonse Lamotte and protected by tissue guards, occasional light spotting; recent full crushed brown calf, spine with raised bands and decorated in gilt, gilt title to second part, a very good example.