Serialised Collection

The Rev. and Mrs Crawley and their young family, 1860 (engraving)
537332 The Rev. and Mrs Crawley and their young family, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: The Rev. and Mrs Crawley and their young family which, as an impoverished parson)

Covers from the Monthly Issues of Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens (1812-70)
STC136077 Covers from the Monthly Issues of Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens (1812-70), published c. 1856 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: illustrated by H)

Cover design, W M Thackeray, The Newcomes
Part-work cover design, William Makepeace Thackerays serialised novel, The Newcomes, Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family, designed by Richard Doyle. 1858

Cover design, Roland Cashel by Charles Lever
Part-work cover design, Roland Cashel by Charles Lever, illustrated by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne), No. IX, price one shilling. 1849

Cover design, Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil
Part-work cover design by George Cruickshank, Frank Fairlegh or Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil, Part I, price one shilling. 1849

Monthly Issues of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
STC136075 Monthly Issues of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby by Charles Dickens (1812-70), published in 1839 (litho) (see 136076) by English School

Covers from the Monthly Issues of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
STC136076 Covers from the Monthly Issues of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby by Charles Dickens (1812-70), published in 1839 (litho) (see 136075) by English School

Title page from the first part of the first edition in serialised parts
985728 Title page from the first part of the first edition in serialised parts, of the book A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, 1859 (etching) by Browne

Front cover of a serialisation of The Three Musketeers
CHT174109 Front cover of a serialisation of The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas pere (1803-70) from Journal des Romans Populaires Illustres, 1905 (colour litho) by Damblans

Cover design, Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens
Cover design for the first monthly instalment of the novel Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens, with illustrations by Marcus Stone, dated May 1864. 1864

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-94) Treasure Island adventure novel for children first serialised as The Sea Cook: or, Treasure Island in Young Folks 1881-82 and in book form 1883

The Rev. and Mrs Crawley and their young family which, as an impoverished parson, he had difficulty in supporting. Illustration by John Everett Millais (1829-1896)

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"Serialised: Unveiling the Literary Treasures of the Past" Step into a world where stories unfolded gradually, captivating readers month after month. The covers from the monthly issues of Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens transport us to an era when literature was eagerly anticipated and savored. Designed by W. M. Thackeray, The Newcomes cover exudes elegance and hints at the intriguing tale within its pages. Roland Cashel by Charles Lever beckons with its enchanting cover design, inviting us to embark on a thrilling journey through its narrative. Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil entices our curiosity with its mysterious cover design, promising hidden depths beneath. The monthly issues of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby captivate us with their diverse covers, each offering a glimpse into this beloved Dickensian masterpiece. As we delve deeper into these pages, we are transported to Victorian London's bustling streets and encounter unforgettable characters. The title page from the first part of Nicholas Nickleby's first edition in serialised parts reminds us of the anticipation that accompanied each installment's release—a testament to Dickens' genius for storytelling. Front cover illustrations bring Alexandre Dumas' swashbuckling adventure novel The Three Musketeers alive before our eyes as we join d'Artagnan on his daring escapades across 17th-century France. Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens showcases another stunning cover design that draws us into a web of intricate relationships and societal commentary—typical elements found in his works. Arthur Conan Doyle's name evokes images of Sherlock Holmes and gripping mysteries waiting to be unraveled. His contributions to serialized literature have left an indelible mark on literary history. Robert Louis Stevenson takes young readers on exhilarating adventures in Treasure Island—an iconic novel cherished for generations. Its serialisation allowed children around the world to eagerly await each new chapter filled with pirates, buried treasure, and daring escapades.