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More imagesThe Works of Petronius Arbiter, in Prose and Verse. Translated from the Original Latin, by Mr. Addison. to Which Are Prefix'd the Life of Petronius, Done from the Latin: and a Character of His Writings by Monsieur St. Evremont
Petronius Arbiter; Petronius, Titus; Addison, Joseph, translator; Evremont, St.
Published by J. Watts and Sold By J. Osborne, London, 1736
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Seller: Leaf and Stone Books, Toronto, ON, CanadaLeaf and Stone Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition Thus. [10],14, [10],305, [7] pages. Frontis plate. 12 mo. Bound in later 3/4 red morocco with red marbled boards. Gilt title to spine, red and black title page. 1st Addison translation edition. The final 3 leaves contain "Fragments." Red leather has some rubbing, front joint starting to crack. Inside front cover has large bookplate, cracking at gutter before the frontis plate, paper a bit toned, occasional mild foxing, otherwise clean and unmarked. Handsome little copy of this 1st edition translated by Joseph Addison (1672-1719) , the co-founder of the Spectator and an essayist, poet, playwright and politician. Gaius Petronius Arbiter. Sometimes Titus Petronius Niger) , was a Roman courtier during the reign of Nero. He is generally believed to be the author of the Satyricon, a satirical novel believed to have been written during the Neronian era (5468 AD). ESTC T101492 ; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 305 pages.…
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: French. Language: French. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1727. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - French, Pages: - 524, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 524 524.…