Lot 54
Lot 54
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Bibliotheca classica; or, A Classical Dictionary

John Lempriere, 1788

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    Bibliotheca classica; or, A Classical Dictionary

    John Lempriere, 1788

    Price Realised USD 882
    Price Realised USD 882
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    LEMPRIERE, John (c.1765-1824). Bibliotheca classica; or, A Classical Dictionary. Reading: for T. Cadell, 1788.

    First edition of "the first specialist work designed as a substitute for, rather than an aid to, learning"(PMM). An important reference work for the history of proper names occurring in Classical literature, Lempriere's book was the companion of a generation of scholars and students, including John Keats. PMM 236.

    Octavo (213 x 136mm). Errata leaf at end (some toning and foxing). Contemporary half calf over marbled boards, spine gilt, edges blue. Provenance: Carl G. Ekstrand (inscription dated Uppsala 1852).
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