Serialisation Collection

Poster advertising the publication of Germinal
CHT162725 Poster advertising the publication of Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in Gil Blas, 25th November 1878 (litho) by Choubrac, Leon (Hope) (1847-85); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Like lightening in its quickness, Diamond Dick raised his revolver and returned the fire" from 'Dashing Dick
5668943 Like lightening in its quickness, Diamond Dick raised his revolver and returned the fire" from 'Dashing Dick Jr

Front cover of No. 1 'The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club' by Charles Dickens
5669033 Front cover of No. 1 'The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club' by Charles Dickens, writing as 'Boz' and illustrated by Robert Seymour

Poster advertising the publication of La Bete Humaine by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in La Vie Populaire, c
CHT170443 Poster advertising the publication of La Bete Humaine by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in La Vie Populaire, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Poster advertising the publication of Germinal
696824 Poster advertising the publication of Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in Le Cri du Peuple (colour litho) by Choubrac, Leon (1847-85) (after); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; French

Poster advertising the publication of Germinal
CHT170439 Poster advertising the publication of Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in Le Cri du Peuple (colour litho) by Choubrac, Leon (1847-85) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris

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

Poster advertising the publication of L Argent
CHT170444 Poster advertising the publication of L Argent by Emile Zola (1840-1902) in Gil Blas, 1891 (colour litho) by Cheret

Morris Townsend the penniless adventurer who planned to marry the plain heiress Catherine Sloper for her fortune, remains coldly unresponsive to her embrace after he learns that if she marries him

Cover design, Ladys Companion -- free frock pattern, 200 in prizes, Joseph Hockings finest serial, October 1927. 1927

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

Tess harassed by Alec D Urberville, plate 21 from the monthly serialisation of
XJF466239 Tess harassed by Alec D Urberville, plate 21 from the monthly serialisation of Tess of the D Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy, printed in The Graphic, 1891 (litho) by Herkomer

Morris Townsend the penniless adventurer is introduced by Marian Almond (centre) to Catherine Sloper, the plain heiress he planned to marry for her money

Beafeater on book serialisation poster
The stern and unmisstakeable profile of a Beefeater Guard from the Tower of London used as the main illustration on a poster advertsing the serialisation of the book Ghosts of London by H V Morton in

F Nansen / Clerice / Voyages
FRIDTJOF NANSEN Norwegian traveller - title page of serialisation of his North Pole expedition

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"Unveiling the Power of Serialisation: From Literary Masterpieces to Captivating Stories" Step into a world where literature meets art, as posters advertising the publication of iconic works like Germinal and La Bete Humaine by Emile Zola grace the pages of history. In vibrant color lithographs, these posters beckon readers to immerse themselves in tales that transcend time. At the foot of the gallows, an advertisement for Le Matin captures attention with its striking imagery. The power becomes evident as readers eagerly await each installment, hanging on every word and image that unfolds before them. Cover designs play their part in this captivating journey through serialised narratives. Roland Cashel by Charles Lever entices with its intricate design, while Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil offers a glimpse into a hidden world waiting to be explored. The allure continues with poster advertisements for L'Argent and Ladys Companion - stories that promise wealth and companionship within their pages. Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens captivates readers with its cover design, hinting at complex characters and intertwining plotlines awaiting discovery. But it is Tess who truly embodies both beauty and tragedy as she faces harassment from Alec D'Urberville in her monthly serialisation. Plate 21 captures her struggle, leaving readers yearning for justice amidst her turmoil. And let us not forget Morris Townsend's audacious plan to marry Catherine, the plain heiress whose fate hangs in balance during this thrilling adventure. Their story unfolds bit by bit through each instalment, keeping audiences on tenterhooks until they reach their ultimate destiny. Serialisation breathes life into literature like no other medium can - transforming novels into immersive experiences that leave hearts racing and minds craving more, and is through these glimpses offered by posters, covers designs, and illustrations that we witness how storytelling transcends mere words on paper; it becomes an art form that captivates, inspires, and connects us all.