The History of Helyas, Knight of the Swan
Robert Copland; Wynkyn de Worde; Robert Hoe
Published by The Grolier Club, New York, 1901
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Also 21052, but no prospectus. Small 4to. xviii, (2), (150), 2pp. Introduction signed: R.H. (i.e. Robert Hoe). "One of three hundred and twenty-five copies on Whatman paper, and three copies on vellum." This copy on Whatman paper. Bound in full leather with Wynkyn de Worde's device on covers and clasps. tr. by Robert Copland from the French version published in Paris in 1504. A literal reprint in the types of Wynkin de Worde after the unique copy printed by him upon parchment in London, MCCCCCXII. A lovely copy with only a trace of wear. Accompanied by the 4 page prospectus. Seller Inventory # 20314
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Title: The History of Helyas, Knight of the Swan
Publisher: The Grolier Club, New York
Publication Date: 1901
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: Limited edition.
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The History of Helyas Knight of the Swan.
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The Grolier Club, The City of New York, 1901
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Seller: Raptis Rare Books, Palm Beach, FL, U.S.A.
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Limited edition of the Grolier Club's beautiful and literal facsimile reprint of Robert Hoe's unique copy of the 1512 edition of the classic medieval tale. Octavo, original publisher's full pigskin elaborately stamped in blind with the devices of Caxton and De Worde to the front and rear panels, brass clasps, illustrated, title page in black and red. One of three hundred and twenty-five copies on Whatman paper, and three copies on vellum. Translated by Robert Copland from the French version published in Paris in 1504. In very good condition. Housed in the original folding chemise slipcase. Seller Inventory # 147203
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