Description: The History of Early Rome, Livy. Verona: The Limited Editions Club, [1970]. Quarter bound in mid-brown linen with black gilt printed title label on spine, cream Italian paste-paper covers hand-printed in brown with a design. Brown slipcase printed in gilt on edge with title and decorative border. 26x17.2cm. 16 full-page monochrome line drawings by Raffaele Scorzelli who signed the book. Translated by Aubrey de Sélincourt. Fold-out line drawn map. Designed by Giovanni Mardersteig who signed the book. Planned at the Officina Bodoni and printed at the Stamperia Valdonega, Verone, Italy. Missing its original glassine dust wrapper. Limited to 1500 copies, out of which this is copy 749. Near-fine volume with lightest of creasing and wear to spine tips. Clean and bright throughout. In a lightly worn slipcase that has a small split to front corner, a little marking to one panel, sunning to panels, and bound in paper that is a little cockled. A very nice example overall. Please consult all photos before purchasing to make sure you are happy with the condition of the book(s). Should you have any questions or want more photos, please do not hesitate to reach out. All our books are stored in a smoke-free, climate-controlled library. Packing, Shipping and Returns We understand the value of the wonderful books we list; thus, we package them carefully with plenty of cushioning in sturdy cardboard boxes to ensure that they arrive to you safely. All orders are despatched within one working day. Shipping is available both domestically and internationally, the latter through eBay's Global Shipping Programme. Should you want to purchase more than two books and save on shipping fees, please either add all wanted items to your basket before purchasing as a lot, or contact us beforehand, so we can combine multiple listings into one. We are always happy to accept a return if the buyer is not happy with a book they receive. In the unlikely event you do encounter an issue with your item or delivery, please do message us before opening a case, as we will always do our best to address the issue.
Price: 135 GBP
Location: Colchester
End Time: 2025-01-18T19:56:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: 44.84 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Binding: Hardback
Place of Publication: Verona
Non-Fiction Subject: History & Military
Language: English
Illustrator: Raffaele Scorzelli
Special Attributes: Limited Edition
Signed: Yes
Author: Livy
Publisher: The Limited Editions Club
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Year Printed: 1970
