Melbourne 2015: Rare Books And Documents 1459-2012
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
For collectors, scholars, and bibliophiles alike, Melbourne 2015: Rare Books and Documents 1459–2012 presents a meticulously curated catalogue of some of the world's most extraordinary printed and manuscript treasures, assembled for exhibition and sale at the 43rd Australian Antiquarian Book Fair, held at Wilson Hall, The University of Melbourne. Spanning more than five centuries of human knowledge and creativity, this catalogue chronicles an exceptional range of rare books and documents — from incunabula of the late fifteenth century through to twentieth-century literary landmarks — offering both serious collectors and curious readers a privileged window into the history of the printed word. Produced by Douglas Stewart Fine Books, one of Australia's most respected antiquarian booksellers, this catalogue stands as a significant record of the rare book trade at a particular moment in time, illustrating the breadth and depth of material that passed through the Australian market in 2015. Each entry is presented with scholarly precision, making this an indispensable reference for anyone passionate about the history of books, typography, cartography, or the broader story of human civilisation as told through its documents. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the world of antiquarian books, this catalogue will leave you wondering which of these magnificent treasures might still be waiting to be found.
Author: Douglas Stewart Fine Books
Format: Paperback
Published: 2015, Douglas Stewart Fine Books
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
For collectors, scholars, and bibliophiles alike, Melbourne 2015: Rare Books and Documents 1459–2012 presents a meticulously curated catalogue of some of the world's most extraordinary printed and manuscript treasures, assembled for exhibition and sale at the 43rd Australian Antiquarian Book Fair, held at Wilson Hall, The University of Melbourne. Spanning more than five centuries of human knowledge and creativity, this catalogue chronicles an exceptional range of rare books and documents — from incunabula of the late fifteenth century through to twentieth-century literary landmarks — offering both serious collectors and curious readers a privileged window into the history of the printed word. Produced by Douglas Stewart Fine Books, one of Australia's most respected antiquarian booksellers, this catalogue stands as a significant record of the rare book trade at a particular moment in time, illustrating the breadth and depth of material that passed through the Australian market in 2015. Each entry is presented with scholarly precision, making this an indispensable reference for anyone passionate about the history of books, typography, cartography, or the broader story of human civilisation as told through its documents. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the world of antiquarian books, this catalogue will leave you wondering which of these magnificent treasures might still be waiting to be found.