1891 1st,Purves Translation: ILIAD OF HOMER, Greek Epic,Trojan War,Troy,Achilles

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Condition
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A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“VERY SCARCE 1891 First Edition. Near VERY GOOD Condition with light external soiling, some soiling ...
Binding
Cloth Hardcover
Book Title
THE ILIAD OF HOMER: TRANSLATED INTO ENGLISH PROSE
Signed
No
Ex Libris
No
Narrative Type
Nonfiction
Original Language
English
Publisher
Percival & Co.
Inscribed
No
Edition
Collector's Edition, First Edition
Vintage
Yes
Personalize
No
Publication Year
1891
Format
Cloth Book
Language
English
Era
1800s
Personalized
No
Author
Notes & Intro by Evelyn Abbott, Translator John Purves
Genre
Adventure, Ancient Literature, Antiquarian & Collectible, Art & Culture, Folklore & Mythology, Historical, History, Philosophy, Politics & Society, War & Combat, World literature & Classics
Topic
Ancient World, Anthology, Classic Literature, Classicism, Greek, Greek Wars, Historic Figures, History of Ideas, Reference, Religions of the Ancient World, Roman Wars, World History
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
Number of Pages
441
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