Thomas Frognall Dibdin : An Introduction to the Knowledge of Rare and Valuable Editions of the Greek and Latin Classics; Including an Account of Polyglot Bibles. 2 Volumes. Third Edition, with additional Authors, and Biographical Notices (chiefly of English Editors).

CLASSIC LITERATURE BIBLIOGRAPHY

Published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, London, 1808

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Thomas Frognall Dibdin's An Introduction to the Knowledge of Rare and Valuable Editions of the Greek and Latin Classics is a bibliographical work that provides detailed accounts of significant editions of classical texts. The third edition, expanded with additional authors and biographical notices, was a comprehensive guide for scholars and collectors interested in rare books. Dibdin, a noted bibliographer, was known for his enthusiasm for book collecting and his meticulous documentation of classical literature. This work includes discussions on Polyglot Bibles, Greek and Latin texts, and the contributions of English editors. It became a valuable reference for those studying the history of printed editions of classical works. Folding frontis, 24 pages, 430 pages; 460 pages. Later, but not recent (c.1928) full cloth bindings by Wood & Sloane, Liverpool. Gilt lettered spines. Contents very clean and bright throughout. Stamp of the private Athenaeum Library Liverpool on the title page and with de-accessioned stamp on the inside front cover. Size: 12 x 18.5 cms. Category: Antiquarian & Rare; Special Interest. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost. Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.

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• Title: Thomas Frognall Dibdin : An Introduction to the Knowledge of Rare and Valuable Editions of the Greek and Latin Classics; Including an Account of Polyglot Bibles. 2 Volumes. Third Edition, with additional Authors, and Biographical Notices (chiefly of English Editors).
• Publisher: Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, London
• Publication Date: 1808
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Antiquarian & Rare