$1,320
A volume of poetry and prose works by Milton, comprising London: Thomas Hodgkin, 1695. London: Printed by R. E., 1715; N.p., n.d. London: Jacob Tonson, 1695. N.p., 1697. Small folio, contemporary full mottled calf, inlay and gilt decorations to boards and spine. Includes all of Milton's published works, including the essay "Areopagitica" written in defense of the freedom of the press. is a sixth edition illustrated with the twelve engravings by Burg plus frontispiece portrait of Milton and additional frontispiece dated 1760. is a third edition. Rear board detached; wear to outer edges of binding; front hinges weak; scattered light foxing; otherwise sound.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2008-05-06
