Cornelius Tacitus - C. Cornelii Taciti Opera - 1707-1708
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Description: I present to you a beautiful set of 4 large-volume books measuring 24x17 cm and weighing 5.2 kg, containing the 'Complete Works of Tacitus' (C. Cornelii Taciti Opera), by the Roman historian Gaius or Publius Cornelius Tacitus (c. 55–c. 120).
The condition of the books is excellent, as shown in the photos.
This famous edition is known as the 'Dauphin Tacitus' (due to the dedication of the work to the Dauphin of France). The edition was produced by the great Jesuit orator and scholar of the Classics, Charles de la Rue (Carolus Ruaeus) (1643-1725). The 'Classics of the Dauphin' were dedicated to Louis of France, the Grand Dauphin (1661-1711), son of Louis XIV, the Sun King, and heir to the throne until his death in 1711. The series of Classics of the Dauphin was the result of the work of a team of 39 scholars and was edited by Pierre-Daniel Huet, who worked with Jacques Bousset, tutor to the Dauphin.
The specimen is illustrated with a spectacular engraved frontispiece depicting a galley crossing the sea, propelled by spirited rowers. A poet jumps into the sea where a monster waits to devour him.
Our copy contains the following works by Tacitus.
Histories of Tacitus: A major work by its author, it narrates the period from the beginning of Galba's second consulship (69 AD) until the death of Domicitus (96 AD). The preserved portion ends with Titus's campaigns against Jerusalem.
2.- Annals of Tacitus: A major work by its author, which narrates the period from the death of Augustus to that of Nero. Of the Annals, the first four books are preserved, along with the beginning of the fifth, the sixth (except for its start), and then books XI to XVI with gaps at the beginning and end. The first six are dedicated to the reign of Tiberius. In the preserved second part, the reigns of Claudius from the year 47 and Nero up to 66 are included.
Germany: It is a description of the origins and customs of the Germans and their country.
4.- LIFE OF JULIUS AGRICOLA: Narrates the life of the Roman general Julius Agricola (40 - 94 AD), focusing on his military campaigns and his governance in Britain.
5.- Dialogue of the speakers: It deals with the decline of oratory, which was also addressed by Marcus Fabius Quintilian in a lost writing titled 'De causis corruptæ eloquentiæ (On the Causes of the Corruption of Oratory)'.
Beautiful edition of Tacitus's great classic. Don't let it slip away.
LANGUAGE: Latin (Original Version)
Year of publication: Venice 1707-1708
SIZE, PAGINATION, AND CONTENT: Dimensions: 4º, 4 volumes of 23.5 x 17 cm. Pagination: Volume 1: engraved frontispiece + title page + XXIV + 695 pages + [1 page]; Volume 2: title page + 1018 pages (i.e., 1016); Volume 3: title page + XVI + 832 pages (i.e., 830) + [6 pages]; Volume 4: title page + [2 pages] + 420 pages + [4 pages] + 274 pages (i.e., 276). In total, approximately 3,300 pages. Weight: 5.2 kg. COMPLETE WORK.
State: Beautiful original full leather binding, in very good condition with some scuffs, as shown in the photos. Spine with five nerves, decorated with bright gold motifs inspired by plant designs, and a red marroquin label with the title in gold characters. Edges stained in red.
The interior of the book is in very good condition, as shown by the photos, generally clean and fresh, and it is illustrated with a spectacular engraved frontispiece depicting a galley crossing the sea propelled by spirited rowers. A poet jumps into the sea where a monster awaits to devour him.
Beautiful edition of Tacitus's great classic. Don't let it slip away.
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Shipping to Europe is carried out with: UPS Express 48-72h / FedEx Express 48-72h (Some countries may have a longer transit time).
Shipping to the United States is done via: UPS Express 48h / FedEx Express 48h (We have been informed by our clients that these companies are less strict or do not apply the new 15% tax on imported products).
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The books will be carefully packed and shipped so they can travel comfortably to their new home.
Description: I present to you a beautiful set of 4 large-volume books measuring 24x17 cm and weighing 5.2 kg, containing the 'Complete Works of Tacitus' (C. Cornelii Taciti Opera), by the Roman historian Gaius or Publius Cornelius Tacitus (c. 55–c. 120).
The condition of the books is excellent, as shown in the photos.
This famous edition is known as the 'Dauphin Tacitus' (due to the dedication of the work to the Dauphin of France). The edition was produced by the great Jesuit orator and scholar of the Classics, Charles de la Rue (Carolus Ruaeus) (1643-1725). The 'Classics of the Dauphin' were dedicated to Louis of France, the Grand Dauphin (1661-1711), son of Louis XIV, the Sun King, and heir to the throne until his death in 1711. The series of Classics of the Dauphin was the result of the work of a team of 39 scholars and was edited by Pierre-Daniel Huet, who worked with Jacques Bousset, tutor to the Dauphin.
The specimen is illustrated with a spectacular engraved frontispiece depicting a galley crossing the sea, propelled by spirited rowers. A poet jumps into the sea where a monster waits to devour him.
Our copy contains the following works by Tacitus.
Histories of Tacitus: A major work by its author, it narrates the period from the beginning of Galba's second consulship (69 AD) until the death of Domicitus (96 AD). The preserved portion ends with Titus's campaigns against Jerusalem.
2.- Annals of Tacitus: A major work by its author, which narrates the period from the death of Augustus to that of Nero. Of the Annals, the first four books are preserved, along with the beginning of the fifth, the sixth (except for its start), and then books XI to XVI with gaps at the beginning and end. The first six are dedicated to the reign of Tiberius. In the preserved second part, the reigns of Claudius from the year 47 and Nero up to 66 are included.
Germany: It is a description of the origins and customs of the Germans and their country.
4.- LIFE OF JULIUS AGRICOLA: Narrates the life of the Roman general Julius Agricola (40 - 94 AD), focusing on his military campaigns and his governance in Britain.
5.- Dialogue of the speakers: It deals with the decline of oratory, which was also addressed by Marcus Fabius Quintilian in a lost writing titled 'De causis corruptæ eloquentiæ (On the Causes of the Corruption of Oratory)'.
Beautiful edition of Tacitus's great classic. Don't let it slip away.
LANGUAGE: Latin (Original Version)
Year of publication: Venice 1707-1708
SIZE, PAGINATION, AND CONTENT: Dimensions: 4º, 4 volumes of 23.5 x 17 cm. Pagination: Volume 1: engraved frontispiece + title page + XXIV + 695 pages + [1 page]; Volume 2: title page + 1018 pages (i.e., 1016); Volume 3: title page + XVI + 832 pages (i.e., 830) + [6 pages]; Volume 4: title page + [2 pages] + 420 pages + [4 pages] + 274 pages (i.e., 276). In total, approximately 3,300 pages. Weight: 5.2 kg. COMPLETE WORK.
State: Beautiful original full leather binding, in very good condition with some scuffs, as shown in the photos. Spine with five nerves, decorated with bright gold motifs inspired by plant designs, and a red marroquin label with the title in gold characters. Edges stained in red.
The interior of the book is in very good condition, as shown by the photos, generally clean and fresh, and it is illustrated with a spectacular engraved frontispiece depicting a galley crossing the sea propelled by spirited rowers. A poet jumps into the sea where a monster awaits to devour him.
Beautiful edition of Tacitus's great classic. Don't let it slip away.
No content provided to translate.
Shipping Policy
Shipping to Spain is carried out with: Zeleris Premium 24h or with CORREOS.
Shipping to Europe is carried out with: UPS Express 48-72h / FedEx Express 48-72h (Some countries may have a longer transit time).
Shipping to the United States is done via: UPS Express 48h / FedEx Express 48h (We have been informed by our clients that these companies are less strict or do not apply the new 15% tax on imported products).
Shipping to China is carried out with UPS Express 24h.
Shipping to the Rest of the World --> is carried out with UPS Express 48h / FedEx Express 48h.
The books will be carefully packed and shipped so they can travel comfortably to their new home.
Details
Number of Books
4
Subject
History, Literature
Book Title
C. Cornelii Taciti Opera
Author/ Illustrator
Cornelius Tacitus
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1707
Publication year youngest item
1708
Height
23.5 cm
Edition
Illustrated Edition
Width
17 cm
Language
Latin
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Natalem Feltrin, Venetiis
Binding/ Material
Leather
Number of pages
3300
