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It may be asserted, without fear of contradiction, that the writings of the Author of "Pickwick" have gone through a larger number of editions than those of any other nineteenth-century novelist. Notwithstanding this remarkable fact, the demand for Charles Dickens's fascinating stories is still increasing, so it is not surprising that many well-known publishing firms have been induced, from time to time, to issue editions of the works of England's favourite author. The Roxburghe Press, Limited, noted for the dainty character of its publications, desires to announce the immediate preparation of a

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