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A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

Title: By Order of the King

Author and Title: Victor Hugo. By Order of the King

First Edition: London: Bradbury and Evans, 1870. 3 volumes, post 8vo., 31s. 6d.

Serialization: Gentleman's Magazine, May 1869 to May 1870 (monthly)

Summary: Illustrated by S. L. Fildes. Translated from the French by Mrs. A. C. Steele (Anna Caroline Steele). In French, the title is L'Homme qui Rit.

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References: BL; EC; Princeton

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