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G. F. Wilkinson Books
Great Hermit in Grass Valley Where There is More Leaves than Grass
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Tibullus, Aulius; Propertius, Sextus Tibulli Et Propertii Opera Ex Editione J. Broukshusii Fideliter Expressa
$125.00
Glasguae: Robertus & Andreas Foulis, 1758. (i)-xvii,126 pp., (2 p.) publisher’s list; 16mo; bound by F. Bedford for Pickering & Co. in sprinkled brown calf extra, gilt top; five raised bands forming six panels, five decorated in gilt; red leather spine label lettered in gilt; inside dentelles; marbled pastedowns & endpapers. Light foxing to prelims and title page; page iii trimmed a half inch bottom edge. Short, clipped catalogue entry pasted down on first blank, with a note in pencil below: “Bot of Pickering & Chatto, Sept. 05.” An attractive copy, beautifully printed. Text in Latin.
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Fine Binding by Riviere & Son
Moore, Thomas (1779–1852) Lalla Rookh, an Oriental Romance [Fine Binding by Riviere & Son – Illustrated by John Tenniel] Thomas Moore’s ‘Lalla Rookh’ was a defining text of 19th-century British Orientalism
$250.00A premier Victorian edition of Thomas Moore’s Orientalist epic, notable for containing 69 wood-engraved illustrations by John Tenniel. This copy is presented in a refined three-quarter morocco binding attributed to Riviere & Son, featuring their hallmark ‘bumblebee’ stamp on the verso of the front free endpaper. KEY FEATURES +++ Visuals: 69 illustrations on wood by John Tenniel, plus five ornamental pages of Persian design serving as section headers. +++ Binding: Three-quarter green morocco over ribbed matching cloth. Spine features five raised bands with elaborate gilt-tooled floral ornaments and titles. Top edge gilt (TEG). +++ Associated Names: Bears the ‘bumblebee’ device of Riviere & Son, a hallmark of one of the 19th century’s most respected London binderies. +++ Provenance: Small contemporary bookstore stamp in the gutter; contemporary gift inscription on the half-title page. +++ Imprint: Longman, Green, Longman, and Roberts (dating this specific company name variation to 1859-1862). +++ Specs: Octavo, 8 inches tall / xxiv, [2], 3-390 pages. CONDITION Near Fine — A Collectible copy with tight, square bindings and minimal shelf handling. Text is generally clean with light, even age-toning. As pictured: The half-title page is heavily toned due to ink bleed from the contemporary gift inscription and the last page – 390. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE Thomas Moore’s ‘Lalla Rookh’ was a defining text of 19th-century British Orientalism. This edition is particularly significant for the artistic contribution of John Tenniel, whose work here preceded his fame as the illustrator of ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’. The combination of Tenniel’s high-Victorian draftsmanship and the technical precision of a Riviere-style binding makes this a representative example of the luxury ‘Gift Book’ market that flourished in London during the 1860s. SUBJECTS : Orientalism, Persian Poetry, John Tenniel, Fine Bindings, Riviere & Son, Victorian Literature, Book Arts, Fine Binding, Illustrated Book, Poetry, Rare Books.
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The 'Christian Cicero' in His Best Dress (1692)
Lactantius, Lucius Caecilius Firmianus (c. 250 – c. 325) De Mortibus Persecutorum [Of the Deaths of the Persecutors] [1692 Utrecht Variorum] [Kevin Guinagh’s Annotated Copy] This is the definitive 1692 Utrecht Variorum edition of Lactantius—the most scholarly and complete printing of its era—presented here in its ideal 17th-century state.
$1,250.00It includes the seminal historical commentary of French scholar Stephanus Baluzius (Étienne Baluze). This specific copy serves as a remarkable ‘working laboratory’ of classical study, formerly belonging to the noted Latinist and translator Kevin Guinagh (author of Latin Literature in Translation and numerous other works on the classics). This copy preserves roughly two dozen pages of Kevin Guinagh’s working marginalia, where a modern Latinist actively engages the text—translating, correcting, and comparing passages across editions. KEY FEATURES +++ Visuals: Illustrated with an elaborate copperplate engraved frontispiece and a suite of high-contrast plates by the renowned Dutch engraver Gilliam van der Gouwen, depicting scenes of martyrdom and Roman judgment; with woodcut printer’s devices, including the Halman ‘Virescit Vulnere Virtus’ device.+++ Scholarship: Includes the ‘Stephani Baluzii Miscellaneorum Liber Secundus,’ featuring the critical notes of Étienne Baluze that established this edition as the academic standard. +++ Design: Features two distinct title pages with woodcut printer’s devices, including the Halman ‘Virescit Vulnere Virtus’ (Virtue flourishes from a wound) device. +++ Binding: Original or very early full vellum; spine features two distinct black leather title labels (‘LACTANTII DE MORT. PERS.’ and ‘TRAJ: AD RHEN: 1692’) with bright gilt-stamping and decorative borders. Top edge stained reddish-brown. +++ Specs: Octavo (8vo) confirmed by vertical chain lines and ‘A’ signature marks. 8.5 inches tall. Collation: [464 pp + 64 pp index]. +++ Provenance: From the library of Kevin Guinagh, with his personal ‘Quantum est quod nescimus’ bookplate and 20–25 pages of modern English scholarly marginalia in his hand. Includes a dealer sticker from Galloway & Porter (Cambridge). CONDITION+++ The Binding: Original or very early full vellum with two distinct black leather title labels; gilt-stamping remains bright. The vellum exhibits characteristic age-toning and mild splotching with minor bowing to the boards. Hinges and joints remain stiff and stable, square, and firm. The top edge staining remains dark and effective.+++ Internal Text: Pages are complete, consecutive, and mostly bright. Occasional light foxing is present throughout, including a localized spot at page 161/162.+++ Paper Anomalies: Three pages exhibit heavy period-toning consistent with 17th-century paper manufacturing flaws, likely due to a specific batch of paper with higher acidic content or a flaw in the mill slurry.+++ The Plates: Dark, crisp impressions. The ‘Heads’ plate has a small closed tear at the foot of the gutter attachment (not affecting the image). Ghosting from plates is present on opposite pages, as typical for the era. SCHOLARLY FEATURES+++ Historical Context: Lactantius, often called the ‘Christian Cicero’ for his elegant Latin style, provides the essential first-hand account of the persecutions under Diocletian and the subsequent triumph of Constantine.+++ Marginalia Analysis: A true ‘Scholar’s Dialogue,’ featuring Kevin Guinagh’s analytical pencil notes. These annotations cover historical debates such as ‘Peter in Rome’ and detailed comparisons of linguistic deviations between historical versions, marking this as a vital document of 20th-century classical translation.+++ Artistic Merit: The engravings by van der Gouwen provide a visceral visual companion to the text, representing the high-water mark of Dutch Golden Age book illustration.+++ Provenance Chain: Documentation of a complete scholarly lineage, including the personal ‘Quantum est quod nescimus’ bookplate of Latinist Kevin Guinagh, a dealer sticker from Galloway & Porter (Cambridge), and a previous bookseller’s typed summary. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCELactantius serves as the primary bridge between the classical Roman world and the emergence of Christian historiography. His work sought to demonstrate the ‘divine vengeance’ that befell the emperors who persecuted Christians, written with a Ciceronian polish that made him a favorite of Renaissance humanists and Enlightenment scholars alike. The 1692 Utrecht edition is the ‘Variorum’ par excellence, representing the peak of 17th-century Dutch scholarship. By incorporating the notes of Étienne Baluze—the ‘Historiographer to the King’ and a giant of French historical criticism—this edition transformed a theological text into a rigorous historical specimen. As an Association Copy, this volume links the 17th-century European academy with modern American classical scholarship. Kevin Guinagh, a prolific Latinist, used this copy as a working tool. His marginalia transforms the book from a static artifact into a living record of how classical texts are interpreted and translated across centuries. SUBJECTS: Early Christian History, Roman Persecution, Latin Literature, 17th-Century Printing, Classical Scholarship, Kevin Guinagh, Variorum Edition, Illustrated Book, Association Copy, Annotated, History of Scholarship. BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCE: Dibdin, Introduction to the Classics; Graesse IV, 66.
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Vellum-bound Vincent marque history, signed
Vincent, P. C.; Harper, Roy Vincent 50 Years of the Marque (Signed Limited, Vellum-bound)
$2,011.65 *
* estimated currency conversionVincent Publishing Company, 1977. Vellum Limited Edition. Hardcover. One of the signed limited run of 50 vellum-bound, with invoice signed by Roy Harper. VG+ 1977 1st ed Vincent hardback, stunningly produced with tipped-in photos throughout, an exquisite vellum-bound volume with high quality paper. Very light natural aging and shelf-rubbing, well-preserved tight and unmarked. The centrepiece of our Vincent catalogue. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 3kg. Category: Automobiles & Vehicles; Signed by Author. ISBN: 0905943007. ISBN/EAN: 9780905943008. 84cxrarebooks is the trading name of Cambridge-based bookseller Marino Guida, with 25 years experience in the trade. We guarantee the condition of all our books. Further images or a short video presentation of any book can be arranged on request. We send tax-free and tariff-free to EU, US/Canada and Australia/NZ with insurance included for peace of mind. Inventory No: 101469. Collectable – Very Good Condition. Item #101469 ISBN: 0905943007
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THE NOBEL LAUREATE IN FINE PRESS FORM
Mann, Thomas (1875–1955) A Sketch of My Life [Signed by Thomas Mann] [Harrison of Paris] [Limited to 75 Copies on Imperial Japanese Vellum] SIGNED THOMAS MANN — A MASTER OF MODERN LITERATURE IN A LUXURY PRIVATE PRESS EDITION
$2,400.00A beautifully preserved signed copy of A Sketch of My Life, one of only 75 copies printed on Imperial Japanese vellum by Harrison of Paris. Issued shortly after Thomas Mann received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1929, this edition presents the author’s autobiographical reflection in the refined format that became central to Monroe Wheeler’s vision of modern fine press publishing. Signed by Thomas Mann and originating from the Harrison of Paris / Monroe Wheeler archive, this copy combines literary importance, exceptional materials, and fine press design. THE AUTHOR AT HIS MOMENT OF RECOGNITION.A Sketch of My Life offers Mann’s own account of his early years, family background, education, and the development of his literary career before international recognition transformed him into one of Europe’s most celebrated writers. Published at the height of Mann’s reputation, the work captures a moment of reflection before the political upheavals that would reshape his life and the literary world of the 1930s. A MODERN FINE PRESS STATEMENT.Harrison of Paris, founded and directed by Monroe Wheeler, sought to unite distinguished literature with exceptional design, typography, and materials. This edition demonstrates Wheeler’s early commitment to restrained elegance rather than traditional decorative excess. The Imperial Japanese vellum issue represents the finest state of the publication, emphasizing material quality, typography, and craftsmanship. This edition brings together Thomas Mann’s literary importance with Monroe Wheeler’s distinctive approach to modern fine press production, creating a copy of interest to collectors of twentieth-century literature and book arts. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Octavo, approximately 8.25 inches tall. Quarter-bound in vellum over stiff paper boards. Original protective slipcase. Printed in France for Harrison of Paris. Printed on Imperial Japanese vellum. [10], 11–75 pages. Includes the rare errata slip noting the increase of the limitation from 50 to 75 copies. CONDITION: Fine. The vellum remains creamy and bright. The text block is pristine. The original slipcase is solid with only minimal shelf handling. An exceptionally well-preserved example of this limited Harrison of Paris production. LITERARY SIGNIFICANCE: THE NOBEL YEARS—A WRITER AT THE SUMMIT Thomas Mann remains one of the defining literary figures of the twentieth century. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1929, he entered the 1930s as one of Europe’s most respected novelists and intellectuals. This autobiographical work reflects Mann’s own understanding of his literary development at a pivotal moment, shortly before exile and political conflict transformed his personal and professional life. THE MAKING OF MODERN FINE PRESSThe Harrison of Paris edition represents an important early expression of Monroe Wheeler’s approach to fine publishing: combining major literary voices with carefully considered typography, materials, and production. SUBJECTS: Thomas Mann; Nobel Prize Literature; Harrison of Paris; Monroe Wheeler; Fine Printing; Private Press Books; German Literature; Literary Autobiography; Modernism; Vellum Bindings; Limited Editions, Fine Press; Signed Books; Literary Autobiography; Limited Editions; German Literature; Modern Literature.
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