Sold for:
$1,046
$1,046
Heywood, Thomas (d. 1641) The Life of Merlin, Sirnamed Ambrosius. London: by Okes, sold by Emery, 1641. First edition, quarto, engraved frontis opposite title, bound in sheep boards, rebacked, some staining and spotting to interior pages, later endleaves, 7 1/4 x 5 1/2 in. Heywood was an actor, playwright, and author of prose works. In this book, he writes a history of the English kings, followed by interpretations of prophecies made by Merlin.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-11-16
