1749 HORACE Roman Literature Latin Classical Rome Illustrated Engravings 2v SET
“We are but dust and shadow.”
― Horace
Horace was the most important Roman poet during the 1st-century BC. He composed satires, odes, epistles, and other poetic verses; works that have been referenced and studied for centuries. Horace’s works have yielded some famous quotes that have influenced cultures and societies including “Carpe Diem!” (seize the day) and “Pactum serva” (keep the faith).
This mid-18th-century edition of Horace is notable for its impressive illustrations throughout! An impressive set!
1749 HORACE Roman Literature Latin Classical Rome Illustrated Engravings 2v SET
“We are but dust and shadow.”
― Horace
Horace was the most important Roman poet during the 1st-century BC. He composed satires, odes, epistles, and other poetic verses; works that have been referenced and studied for centuries. Horace’s works have yielded some famous quotes that have influenced cultures and societies including “Carpe Diem!” (seize the day) and “Pactum serva” (keep the faith).
This mid-18th-century edition of Horace is notable for its impressive illustrations throughout! An impressive set!
Item number: #19411
Price: $499
HORACE
Quinti Horatii Flacci opera
Londini : Prostant apud Gul. Sandby [typis Jacobi Bettenham], 1749.
Details:
- Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes
- I – [6], vi, 166
- II – [2], 167-353, [1]
- 33 engravings
- Provenance: Handwritten – Watts, 1750
- Language: Latin
- Binding: Leather; tight and secure
- Size: ~9.25in X 5.75in (23.5cm x 14.5cm)
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19411
Categories
Classical Greco-Roman
Literature
Authors
HORACE
Printing Date
18th Century
Language
Latin
Binding
Leather
Book Condition
Excellent
Collation
Complete