Recollections of an Excursion to the Monasteries of Alcobaca and Batalha

Published by Richard Bentley, London, 1835

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The first edition of this autobiographical work from the author of 'Vathek', offering an account in letters of his travels to two monasteries in Portugal. The first edition of this work.Structured in a series of letters, this travel narrative describes the author's visit to two of Portugal"s most celebrated Gothic monasteries.Beckford offers readers a romantic and atmospheric portrayal of Portuguese medieval heritage through the eyes of a wealthy English connoisseur and traveller. Retaining the original half title.Frontispiece reproduced in facsimile.Label of Malta Garrison Library to front board, and their handwritten label and inscription to the front pastedown. Their stamp to centre of title page.The work of the gothic novelist, writer and politician best known for 'Vathek'. In a half morocco binding, with marbled paper covered boards. Minor loss of leather to back strip tail, with light rubbing to joint heads and board perimeters. Library label to front board. Rear hinge strained, but firmly held. Library label and inscription to front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Frontispiece reproduced in facsimile. Pages age toned due to paper type, with spotting and foxing throughout. Stamp to centre of title page. Good. …

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Title
Recollections of an Excursion to the Monasteries of Alcobaca and Batalha
Author
William Beckford
Publisher
Richard Bentley, London
Publication year
1835
Condition
Good
Book Type
book
Binding
Leather
Illustrator
None
Edition
First edition.
Item weight
1 kilogram
Dimensions
9" by 6"

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