The Works of Flavius Josephus, the Learned and Authentic Jewish Historian and Celebrated Warrior

Flavius Josephus; William Whiston [trans.]

Published by T. & J. Allman, Edinburgh, 1826

About this Item

A handsomely bound four volume edition of the works of Josephus, providing accounts of the history of the Jewish people, and their relationship to the Romans. A complete four volume edition of the works of Romano-Jewish first century historian and military leader Flavius Josephus.Translated into English by English theologian, historian, natural philosopher, and mathematician, William Whiston, best known for these translations of the works of Josephus.Illustrated with a frontispiece to volume I, and one folding map to volume I. Collated, complete.Containing both of Josephus's most important works, 'The Antiquities of the Jews' and 'The Jewish War', his work recounts the Jewish revolt against Roman invasion, and his subsequent defection to the Roman side. Josephus's works are a chief source next to the Bible for the history of ancient Palestine, and provide accounts of such figures as Pontius Pilate, Herod, John the Baptist, and possibly even Jesus.Bookplate of Richard Hughes to front pastedowns. In full calf bindings, with gilt detailing to back strip and board perimeters. Back strips age toned, with light rubbing to joints. Volume I joint heads and tails starting, as are volume II joint heads, with boards firmly held. Front joint of volume IV starting, with board a touch strained. Internally, firmly bound. Pages a touch age toned, with the odd spot and handling mark, otherwise generally clean and bright. Very Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Works of Flavius Josephus, the Learned and Authentic Jewish Historian and Celebrated Warrior
• Publisher: T. & J. Allman, Edinburgh
• Publication Date: 1826
• Binding: Leather
• Illustrator: Not Stated
• Condition: Very Good
• Book Type: book