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MONCRIEFF, C.K. Scott, translator. The Letters of Abelard and Heloise. Translated from the Latin. London: Guy Chapman, 1925. 4to. Original full vellum gilt, uncut, stamp–signed by Bain. Laid in with publisher’s bibliographical booklet, rarely seen in other copies. Provenance: Ruari McLean (bookplate), bibliophile and notable author of books about books. LIMITED EDITION, number VI of 18 specially-bound copies from a total edition of 750. Printed by Walter Lewis at the Cambridge University Press in the Monotype reproductions of roman type designed by Francesco Griffo of Bologna for Aldus Manutius and of the cursive of Antonio Blado. A FINE COPY.