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1752 "The Odyssey" Translated by Alexander Pope in Five Volumes
Item Details
A complete five volume set of English poet Alexander Pope’s translation of Homer’s classic epic poem The Odyssey, published 1752 by Henry Lintot of London. All volumes have their original leather hardcover binding, and feature an engraved frontispiece. Printed on laid paper. Page 4 of Vol. I features a hand-drawn crest of arms from a previous owner, belonging to the Scottish Clan Buchanan.
Title and Author/Editor | The Odyssey (Homer) |
Translator | Alexander Pope |
Binding | Leather |
Publisher | Henry Lintot |
Publication Year | 1752 |
Number of Books | 5 |
Condition
- to poor; detached boards to some volumes, moderate cover wear with red rot and peeling; edge wear; bowing. Moderate paper discoloration with scattered foxing.
Dimensions
1.0" W x 6.5" H x 4.25" D
- measures volume five.
Item #
18DCC416-030