$125
A group of two books of poetry about fishing. Oxford: Printed at the Theatre, 1722. 8vo, rebound in 3/4 crushed green morocco over marbled boards, gilt-stamped and -lettered spine, t.e.g. First edition in English, with list of subscribers at rear. Oppian lived in the reign of Marcus Aurelius and was a favorite of the Roman Emperor because of his skill in poetry. Halieuticks, a poem on fishing, is dedicated to Marcus Aurelius. Front board detached; intermittent brownspotting; bookplates tipped to front pastedowns. [Together with:] By John Duncombe. London: R. Triphook, 1809. 8vo, rebound in 3/4 green crushed morocco over marbled boards, gilt-lettered spine. Minor rubbing to boards; bookplates tipped to front pastedowns; scattered brown spots.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2015-11-11