The Leopold Shakspere

William Shakespeare; F. J. Furnivall [Intro.]

Published by Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, 1877

About this Item

A one-volume, illustrated edition of the complete works of Shakespeare. A one-volume, illustrated edition of Shakespeare's works. Shakespeare's collected poems and plays are presented in chronological order in this illustrated volume. The German scholar who prepared the volume dedicated it to Queen Victoria's youngest son, Prince Leopold. With an introduction by F. J. Furnivall, in which the philologist discusses the life of Shakespeare and the provenance of his works. Prior owner's ink inscription to the recto of the front endpaper, reads 'Miss Mryn Poburn, from C. W. W.' With a tear to the frontispiece near the gutter. Undated. Date estimate from the introduction by Furnivall, which is dated 1877. Bound in a red tree calf binding. Externally lovely, with some minor rubbing to the head and tail of the spine, and some moderate wear to the extremities. The front hinge is strained, but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned but clean throughout. Very Good Indeed.

Seller Inventory # 853N37

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Leopold Shakspere
• Publisher: Cassell Petter & Galpin, London
• Publication Date: 1877
• Binding: Fine Binding
• Illustrator: Not Stated
• Condition: Very Good Indeed
• Book Type: book