{"product_id":"19th-century-antique-book-collection-of-8-decorative-victorian-books-1800s-poetry-literature-history-with-ornate-bindings-in-shades-of-brown","title":"19th Century Antique Book Collection of 8 Decorative Victorian Books - 1800s - Poetry, Literature, History with Ornate Bindings in Shades of Brown","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA beautiful collection of eight antique books featuring decorative covers and richly detailed spines, perfect for display, collecting, or reading. Dating from the nineteenth century, these volumes showcase the craftsmanship of Victorian-era bookmaking with their ornate bindings and classic literary subjects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis collection includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eEarly Aspirations: A Private Collection of Poems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Robert Draper, signed by the author, published by the author in 1883.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Life and Achievements of Admiral Dewey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Murat Halstead, published by Our Possessions Publishing Company in 1899.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Adventures of Philip on His Way Through The World \u0026amp; Catherine: A Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by William Makepeace Thackeray, published by F. N. Lupton, New York. This edition was published in the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eRiley Love-Lyrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by James Whitcomb Riley, published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company, Indiana, 1899.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDavid Livingstone: His Labours and His Legacy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by A. Montefiore-Brice, F.R.G.S., published by S. W. Partridge \u0026amp; Co., Ltd., London, 1890.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Poems of Goethe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e translated by E. A. Bowring and others, published by Thomas Y. Crowell \u0026amp; Co., New York, 1882.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Works of William Shakespeare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e from the text of Clark and Wright, published by Thomas Y. Crowell \u0026amp; Co., New York, late nineteenth century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOvid’s Art of Love and Miscellaneous Pieces by Various Authors in Imitation of Ovid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, published in London by The Booksellers, nineteenth century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe largest book measures approximately 7.25 x 10.5 inches, while the smallest measures approximately 3.75 x 5.75 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAll books are in good to great vintage condition considering their age. They show the expected signs of age and use, while remaining appropriate for both display and reading. A wonderful addition to a historic home, personal library, Victorian-inspired decor, or antique book collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1879 Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48891345469695,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/7023\/5903\/files\/D823DF61-A981-4EB6-B826-8B9CECF15FD1.jpg?v=1785004405","url":"https:\/\/1879books.com\/products\/19th-century-antique-book-collection-of-8-decorative-victorian-books-1800s-poetry-literature-history-with-ornate-bindings-in-shades-of-brown","provider":"1879 Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}