Thalaba The Destroyer
Robert Southey
1814
Longman, Hurst
3rd Edition
12mo, 2 volumes
Description:
An epic poem of oriental fantasy, detailing the arduous quest of a young man destined to eradicate an evil sorcerous cult. Published originally in 1801, this work is celebrated for its experimental use of free verse. In a lovely decorative binding. 2 volumes. 1814.
Condition:
Good Condition. Decorative full calf with debossed design to edges and gilt tooling. Marble edges and end papers. Binding is firm. Has been professionally rebacked. Gilt turn ins. Contents are clean with minor foxing. Previous owner inscription to verso of end paper. Bindings are are clean with visible repairs to spine and edges.
Thalaba The Destroyer
Robert Southey
1814
Longman, Hurst
3rd Edition
12mo, 2 volumes
Description:
An epic poem of oriental fantasy, detailing the arduous quest of a young man destined to eradicate an evil sorcerous cult. Published originally in 1801, this work is celebrated for its experimental use of free verse. In a lovely decorative binding. 2 volumes. 1814.
Condition:
Good Condition. Decorative full calf with debossed design to edges and gilt tooling. Marble edges and end papers. Binding is firm. Has been professionally rebacked. Gilt turn ins. Contents are clean with minor foxing. Previous owner inscription to verso of end paper. Bindings are are clean with visible repairs to spine and edges.
