1657 1ed Lucan PHARSALIA Julius Caesar Civil War Pompey
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1657 1ed Lucan PHARSALIA Julius Caesar Civil War Pompey Rome Brebeuf Illustrated
“Wars worse than civil on Emathian plains, and crime let loose we sing; how Rome's high race plunged in her vitals her victorious sword;” ― Lucan, Pharsalia
‘Pharsalia’ or ‘On the Civil War’ is an ancient Roman poem detailing the civil war between Julius Caesar and the Senate. Lucan discusses the cultural despair experienced in Rome and also exposes many of the flaws that Julius Caesar possessed in his political and military leadership. In addition to historical importance, ‘Pharsalia’ includes elements of the supernatural, dream interpretation, ghosts, and prophetic visions.
This 17th-century printing is a unique edition! Translated into French by Georges de Brebeuf, this version is often considered the best translation of the work and features 11 impressive engravings!
Item number: #4096
Price: $599
LUCANUS, Marcus Annæus
La Pharsale de Lucain, ou les Guerres civiles de César et de Pompée. En vers françois. Par Mr de Brebeuf.
Imprimé à Rouen [par Laurent II Maurry], & se vend à Paris, Chez Antoine de Sommaville. M. DC. LVII. Avec privilege du roy, [1657]
Details:
•Collation: Complete with all pages
o[20], 391, [1], [1 blank]
oSignatures: a11, A-Q12 R4
o11 engravings
•Language: French
•Binding: Leather; tight & secure
•Size: ~5.75in X 3.75in (14.5cm x 9.5cm)
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“Wars worse than civil on Emathian plains, and crime let loose we sing; how Rome's high race plunged in her vitals her victorious sword;” ― Lucan, Pharsalia
‘Pharsalia’ or ‘On the Civil War’ is an ancient Roman poem detailing the civil war between Julius Caesar and the Senate. Lucan discusses the cultural despair experienced in Rome and also exposes many of the flaws that Julius Caesar possessed in his political and military leadership. In addition to historical importance, ‘Pharsalia’ includes elements of the supernatural, dream interpretation, ghosts, and prophetic visions.
This 17th-century printing is a unique edition! Translated into French by Georges de Brebeuf, this version is often considered the best translation of the work and features 11 impressive engravings!
Item number: #4096
Price: $599
LUCANUS, Marcus Annæus
La Pharsale de Lucain, ou les Guerres civiles de César et de Pompée. En vers françois. Par Mr de Brebeuf.
Imprimé à Rouen [par Laurent II Maurry], & se vend à Paris, Chez Antoine de Sommaville. M. DC. LVII. Avec privilege du roy, [1657]
Details:
•Collation: Complete with all pages
o[20], 391, [1], [1 blank]
oSignatures: a11, A-Q12 R4
o11 engravings
•Language: French
•Binding: Leather; tight & secure
•Size: ~5.75in X 3.75in (14.5cm x 9.5cm)
Our Guarantee:
Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!4096
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