Sir John Gilbert's Shakespeare: The Works Of Shakespeare
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: William Shakespeare
Binding: Hardback
Published: George Routledge and Sons, 1882
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Fair for age, with worn and faded boards showing marks, speckling, and general discoloration. Edges are rubbed and corners bumped, with boards nearly detached and the binding cracked. Preliminary pages have been repaired with tape, and there are minimal pencil annotations in grey lead. Despite the structural wear, the volume retains its integrity and contains beautiful engravings.
Sir John Gilbert's Shakespeare: With 800 Illustrations presents the complete dramatic and poetic works of William Shakespeare, offering readers an unparalleled literary experience. This magnificent volume illustrates the timeless narratives and profound characters that define English literature, bringing to life the Bard's enduring genius. The edition is further enriched by 800 detailed illustrations from Sir John Gilbert, which visually complement the text and provide a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural contexts. This collection chronicles the full breadth of Shakespeare's artistry, from the comedic wit of A Midsummer Night's Dream to the tragic grandeur of Hamlet. It is an essential acquisition for any admirer of classic plays and poetry, showcasing the enduring power of storytelling through both word and image.
Author: William Shakespeare
Binding: Hardback
Published: George Routledge and Sons, 1882
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Fair for age, with worn and faded boards showing marks, speckling, and general discoloration. Edges are rubbed and corners bumped, with boards nearly detached and the binding cracked. Preliminary pages have been repaired with tape, and there are minimal pencil annotations in grey lead. Despite the structural wear, the volume retains its integrity and contains beautiful engravings.
Sir John Gilbert's Shakespeare: With 800 Illustrations presents the complete dramatic and poetic works of William Shakespeare, offering readers an unparalleled literary experience. This magnificent volume illustrates the timeless narratives and profound characters that define English literature, bringing to life the Bard's enduring genius. The edition is further enriched by 800 detailed illustrations from Sir John Gilbert, which visually complement the text and provide a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural contexts. This collection chronicles the full breadth of Shakespeare's artistry, from the comedic wit of A Midsummer Night's Dream to the tragic grandeur of Hamlet. It is an essential acquisition for any admirer of classic plays and poetry, showcasing the enduring power of storytelling through both word and image.