The essayes of Michael, Lord of Montaigne / done into English by John Florio ; with an introduction by Thomas Seccombe
1908, First Edition. London : Grant Richards. Very good copy in the original brown, paper-covered gilt-blocked cloth. Slight suggestion only of dust-dulling and rubbing to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains well-preserved overall. Item #469043
Physical description; 3 volumes : portraits ; 23 cm. Notes; "Only 1150 copies of this edition have been printed for sale in England and America, and the type has been distributed." Translated from the French by John Florio. First published in 1603. Introduction by Thomas Seccombe. Subjects; Michel de Montaigne 1533-1592. Essays. French literature 16th century. Conduct of life Early works to 1800. French essays Translations into English. John Florio translator. Thomas Seccombe. Limited edition.
Price: €125.00