Robert Burns - Poetry - 1896

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The Poetry of Robert Burns, a four‑volume hardback set illustrated with tipped‑in plates, bound in decorative green cloth, published circa 1896 by Caxton of London in English, with 999 pages, dimensions 22.5 × 15.5 cm, in the Auld Lang Syne series and in Near Fine condition.

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This is a complete four volumes set of "The Poetry of Robert Burns". The books are ornately bound in decorative green cloth and are illustrated with tipped-in plates. The collection has been well cared for and it remains in Near Fine condition. It would make a terrific addition to any decorative collection or private library.

CONDITION & FEATURES

- Near Fine condition
- Undated, printed circa 1896
- Decorative Boards & Spines
- Gilt page tops
- Tipped-in plates
- Text-Blocks are complete
- Pages are clean & straight
- Boards and Spine are bright and clean
- Bindings and Hinges are secure
- No names or inscriptions

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SUMMARY

- The Poetry of Robert Burns
- Edited by Henley and Henderson
- Undated, Printed circa 1896, First Edition
- Published by Caxton Publishing, London
- Hardback

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CONDITION TERMINOLOGY

Fine (F): An excellent copy, showing next to no wear. Likely unread.

Near Fine (NF): Small signs of wear, but still an excellent copy. Possibly unread.

Very Good (VG): A very good copy. Expect a few signs of wear but nothing overtly detrimental to the book. Lightly read.

Good (G): A generally very good copy, but with the possibility of either a large number of minor defects, or a few more significant defects which will be noted.

Fair: An average book that has complete text pages but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. Binding, jacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. May require repairs.

Poor: A book that is heavily worn, possibly with broken joints, hinges, missing pages, etc. Generally only rare books are sold in this condition. Likely to require repairs.

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SHIPPING

Please be aware; you may be liable for locally payable customs/duties/import taxes, in addition to shipping charges. Most international parcels are shipped via Royal Mail, UPS, Evri or DPD. Delivery usually takes 3-7 working days and is fully trackable.

Seller's Story

Flozzy Books, is an independent UK bookstore based in the heart of England. We deal in a wide range of antiquarian, rare and collectible books, but specialise in children's and illustrated titles. Sought-after authors and illustrators such as Beatrix Potter, Arthur Rackham, JM Barrie and Mabel Lucie Attwell feature heavily in our usual stock.

This is a complete four volumes set of "The Poetry of Robert Burns". The books are ornately bound in decorative green cloth and are illustrated with tipped-in plates. The collection has been well cared for and it remains in Near Fine condition. It would make a terrific addition to any decorative collection or private library.

CONDITION & FEATURES

- Near Fine condition
- Undated, printed circa 1896
- Decorative Boards & Spines
- Gilt page tops
- Tipped-in plates
- Text-Blocks are complete
- Pages are clean & straight
- Boards and Spine are bright and clean
- Bindings and Hinges are secure
- No names or inscriptions

---- ---- ---- ---- ----

SUMMARY

- The Poetry of Robert Burns
- Edited by Henley and Henderson
- Undated, Printed circa 1896, First Edition
- Published by Caxton Publishing, London
- Hardback

---- ---- ---- ---- ----

CONDITION TERMINOLOGY

Fine (F): An excellent copy, showing next to no wear. Likely unread.

Near Fine (NF): Small signs of wear, but still an excellent copy. Possibly unread.

Very Good (VG): A very good copy. Expect a few signs of wear but nothing overtly detrimental to the book. Lightly read.

Good (G): A generally very good copy, but with the possibility of either a large number of minor defects, or a few more significant defects which will be noted.

Fair: An average book that has complete text pages but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. Binding, jacket (if any), etc., may also be worn. May require repairs.

Poor: A book that is heavily worn, possibly with broken joints, hinges, missing pages, etc. Generally only rare books are sold in this condition. Likely to require repairs.

---- ---- ---- ---- ----

SHIPPING

Please be aware; you may be liable for locally payable customs/duties/import taxes, in addition to shipping charges. Most international parcels are shipped via Royal Mail, UPS, Evri or DPD. Delivery usually takes 3-7 working days and is fully trackable.

Seller's Story

Flozzy Books, is an independent UK bookstore based in the heart of England. We deal in a wide range of antiquarian, rare and collectible books, but specialise in children's and illustrated titles. Sought-after authors and illustrators such as Beatrix Potter, Arthur Rackham, JM Barrie and Mabel Lucie Attwell feature heavily in our usual stock.

Details

Number of books
4
Subject
Children's books, Illustrated, Literature, Poetry
Book title
Poetry
Series
Auld Lang Syne
Author/ Illustrator
Robert Burns
Condition
Fine
Publication year oldest item
1896
Height
22.5 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
15.5 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Caxton
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Extras
Tipped in plates
Number of pages
999
United KingdomVerified
420
Objects sold
100%
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