Julius Caesar by James Anthony Froude published 1900 by D Appleton Half Leather Antique History Illustrated Tissue Guards

James Anthony Froude

Published by D. Appleton and Company, 1900

About this Item

A handsome illustrated antique edition of Julius Caesar by James Anthony Froude, published by D. Appleton & Company in 1900. Beautifully bound in half burgundy leather with marbled paper-covered boards and decorative gilt spine panels, this volume possesses the rich character and elegance associated with fine turn-of-the-century historical bindings.

The interior is exceptionally well preserved for its age and remains in very good condition. Illustrated plates are present throughout, each protected by its original tissue guard, adding greatly to the collectible appeal of the volume. Pages are clean and attractive with strong antique paper quality and an inviting nineteenth-century presentation.

The exterior shows visible age and handling wear including rubbing and scuffing to the leather spine, wear to the marbled boards, and chipping at the spine ends consistent with a well-loved 125-year-old book. Despite the exterior wear, the volume retains striking shelf presence and remains an attractive and highly displayable example of early twentieth-century historical publishing.

A wonderful collectible for admirers of Roman history, Julius Caesar, Victorian historians, and decorative antique library books.

BR Shelf 228.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1779229578748

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Julius Caesar by James Anthony Froude published 1900 by D Appleton Half Leather Antique History Illustrated Tissue Guards
• Publisher: D. Appleton and Company
• Publication Date: 1900
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Dimensions: 7W x 9H x 1D inches 7 inches width by 9 inches height by 1 inches depth
• Weight: 2 ounces