A very handsome antiquarian late 19th century volume on Greece’s history and geography, this 1st edition of “The Land Of Greece Described And Illustrated’ by Charles Henry Hanson. The first edition has gilt details to the title, spine and leaves which in this particular example remain bright. Illustrations inspired by Greek history to the cover, in bands of beautiful gilt bronze background.
Title: The Land of Greece Described and Illustrated. Publisher: T. Nelson & Sons, London Publication Date: 1886 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1st Edition
Size: Imperial octavo; 400p. All Pages complete, 44 illustrations and 3 maps.
Overall good antique condition. Some wear overall such as minor rubbing, wear to spine, pages lightly tanned with occasional foxing throughout, more pronounced to endpapers. All commensurate with books of this age. Gilding remains bright overall and cover details are crisp.
