The Epicurean : a tale; with vignette illustrations by J.M.W.Turner; and Alciphron, a poem
by Moore, Thomas (1779-1852)
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About This Item
London : John Macrone, 1839. 1st edition in this form. Hardcover. Contemporary gilt-blocked, aniline calf over buckram boards, very good. Spine bands and panel edges slightly toned as with age. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and sharp-cornered. Physical description; [iv]-viii, 238p, 5 plates ; 16.2 cm.First published: London, 1827. Illustrations: Plates engraved by E. Goodall after J.M.W. Turner.Includes bibliographical references. Subject; Greeks in literature. Other namesTurner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William) 1775-1851 [ill]. Goodall, Edward 1795-1870 [engraver]Macrone, John 1809-1837 [publisher]. Referenced by: Loeber, R. and Loeber-Stouthamer, M. Guide to Irish fiction M531. Referenced by: Wolff 4898a (not this ed.).
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- Title
- The Epicurean : a tale; with vignette illustrations by J.M.W.Turner; and Alciphron, a poem
- Author
- Moore, Thomas (1779-1852)
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
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- Edition
- 1st edition in this form
- Publisher
- London : John Macrone
- Date Published
- 1839
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