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The Classical Collector's Vade Mecum

The Classical Collector's Vade Mecum Being An Introduction To The Knowledge Of The Best Editions Of The Greek And Roman Classics (1822)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Classical Collector's Vade Mecum, written by Edward Richard Poole and originally published in 1822, serves as an introduction to the best editions of Greek and Roman classics. This book is a comprehensive guide for classical collectors who want to acquire the most valuable and accurate editions of ancient texts. Poole provides readers with a detailed overview of the various editions available, including their respective merits and shortcomings. He also offers advice on how to identify and evaluate the quality of a particular edition, as well as tips on how to build a classical library. The Classical Collector's Vade Mecum is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in classical studies, whether they are scholars, collectors, or simply enthusiasts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781165086214
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 174
Weight: 240g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 9mm