Of the Nature of Things (De Rerum Natura)
$55.00 USD • Used
An attractive Heritage Press edition of the epic poem by the ancient Roman poet Titus Lucretius Carus which delineates aspects of the philosophy of Epicureanism. In a translation by William Ellery...
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An attractive Heritage Press edition of the epic poem by the ancient Roman poet Titus Lucretius Carus which delineates aspects of the philosophy of Epicureanism. In a translation by William Ellery Leonard, and with an introduction by Charles E. Bennett. Illustrated with wood engravings by Paul Landacre. Sandglass leaflet not present. --- In burgundy leatherette covers with titling and image of an ancient sailing ship to spine in silver. Volume housed in black paper-covered slipcase. --- A well-preserved copy: clean, bright and tightly-bound, though with spot of whitish soiling to tail of spine. Slipcase with repairs made with black paper along two joints, and with a little rubbing, otherwise stabilized. (NOTE: Due to the weight of this item, extra shipping charges may be requested.) ; Tall Octavo - 9 to 10 in. tall; xx, 318 pages
Product Info
Publisher: The Heritage Club
Year: 1957
Type: Used
Binding: Hardcover
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