An Introduction to the Knowledge of Rare and Valuable Editions of the Greek and Latin Classics, Vol. 2: Including an Account of Polygot Bibles; The Best Greek, and Greek and Latin, Editions of the Septuagint and New Testament; The Scriptores De Re Rustica

Thomas Frognall Dibdin

ISBN 10: 0331755734 / ISBN 13: 9780331755732

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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• Title: An Introduction to the Knowledge of Rare and Valuable Editions of the Greek and Latin Classics, Vol. 2: Including an Account of Polygot Bibles; The Best Greek, and Greek and Latin, Editions of the Septuagint and New Testament; The Scriptores De Re Rustica
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331755734
• ISBN 13: 9780331755732
• Binding: HRD
• Condition: New
• Weight: 882 grams

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Synopsis

Discover rare and valuable editions of the Greek and Latin classics .

This volume surveys notable polygot Bibles, renowned Greek and Latin texts, and critical editions that shaped classic scholarship.

In-depth cataloging, historical context, and concise notes help researchers, librarians, and collectors assess edition history, print runs, and scholarly value without getting lost in jargon. The book also traces the editors, printers, and bibliographers who influenced the Aldine and related classical publishing traditions.

• Paths to key editions: how major texts were prepared, printed, and revised.
• Critical insights into notable editors, printers, and bibliographic traditions.
• Historical anecdotes that illuminate the world of classical publishing.
• Guidance for evaluating rarity, condition, and provenance in old editions.

Ideal for researchers, serious collectors, and readers with a fascination for the history of classical literature and book history. This edition is a useful companion to broader study of rare editions and scholarly bibliographies.