The Bibliophilist’s Library – Set of 10 Books

Exceptional Numbered Limited Edition Literature Collection – George Barrie, Philadelphia – A True Find!

For the discerning collector of fine literature, this is a remarkable opportunity to acquire a beautiful and rare numbered, limited Collector’s Edition set of timeless works, published by the esteemed George Barrie of Philadelphia. Imagine owning a piece of literary history with this exquisite hardcover collection:

• The Decameron of Giobanni Boccaccio – Volumes One & Two
• Master Francis Rabelais – Volume Two
• The Heptameron of Margaret d’Angoulême, Queen of Navarre – Volumes One & Two
• Persian Letters – Volumes One & Two
• Master Francis Kabelais – Volume One
• The Confessions of Jean-Jacques Kousseau – Volumes One & Two

Key Features:

• Collector’s Edition: A highly sought-after edition for serious collectors.
• Limited Edition: One of only 1000 complete copies printed for sale.
• Numbered: Each volume is individually numbered “No. 413,” indicating its place within this exclusive print run.
• Japanese Vellum Paper: Printed on luxurious Japanese Vellum paper, adding to their unique quality.
• Published by George Barrie, Philadelphia: A renowned publisher known for producing fine editions.
• Printed for Subscribers: Further highlighting the exclusivity of this set.

Condition: These books are in good condition considering their age. Please be aware of the following minor imperfections:

• Uncut Pages: Several books have pages that were not fully cut during the printing process (please refer to the accompanying images for details). This is a common characteristic of older, finely printed books and can be carefully addressed if desired.
• Scribbling: One of the books has some scribbling on the first page (please see images).
• Price Mark: A “50” is present in grease pen on the top right corner of the first page of each book, likely an old price marking.

This is a truly special set, perfect for any serious book collector or lover of classic literature. The numbered status and limited print run on Japanese Vellum paper make this a rare and valuable find.