Gallus or Roman Scenes of The Time of Augustus. With Notes and Excursuses Illustrative of the Manners and Customs of the Romans. Translated by the Rev. Frederick Metcalfe, B.D.

Bookseller

Steve Liddle (GB)

Bookseller's Inventory #

25674

Title

Gallus or Roman Scenes of The Time of Augustus. With Notes and Excursuses Illustrative of the Manners and Customs of the Romans. Translated by the Rev. Frederick Metcalfe, B.D.

Author

Becker, W.A

Format/Binding

Hardcover

Book Condition

Used - Good Condition

Jacket Condition

No Dust Jacket

Quantity Available

1

Edition

Later Edition

Publisher

Longmans, Green, and Co

Date Published

1891

Keywords

BZDB28 rome roman romans domestic life italy leather bindings History; Gallus or Roman Scenes of The Time of Augustus With Notes and Excursuses Illustrative of the Manners and Customs of the Romans Translated by the Rev Frederick Metcalfe BD Becker

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