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Antique illustrated edition of The Arabian Nights’ Entertainments, translated by the Rev. Edward Forster, with an explanatory and historical introduction by G. Moir Bussey.Published in New York by James Miller, 647 Broadway, likely circa 1860s. Undated on the title page.Beautiful Victorian hardcover binding with gilt and black decoration to the front cover and ornate gilt decoration to the spine. Features numerous detailed black-and-white engraved illustrations, including an elaborate illustrated title page.Details:
• Hardcover
• James Miller, Publisher, New York
• 647 Broadway imprint
• Translated by Rev. Edward Forster
• Introduction by G. Moir Bussey
• 489 pages
• Illustrated throughout
• Decorative gilt Victorian binding
• Complete single-volume editionConditionAntique condition with age-related wear. Covers show rubbing, spotting/soiling and edge wear. Spine has rubbing and noticeable fraying/chipping at the head and foot. Corners are worn. Interior pages show scattered foxing, toning and occasional age spots/stains.Binding remains intact and pages appear complete through page 489. Illustrations remain crisp and attractive. Please review all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description.No dust jacket.
