The Vision; Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise
London: George Bell and Sons, 1883. Hardcover. Frontispiece, xlviii, 543p. 19th century vellum over boards with gilt ruled boards and spine. Foredge red stained. Rev Francis Cary (1772-1844) first edition of this translation appeared in 1814. See Lowndes II p590. According to Bohn's Complete Catalogue, 1889, p30, the editions by George Bell and sons are the only ones containing Cary's last corrections and additions. From the Library of Leonard Forder with bookplate on the inside front board, A crisp clean copy in excellent condition. Very Good. Item #008025
12mo - over 6¾ - 7¾" tall.
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