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Two Luxuriously bound classic novels: Luxuriously leather-bound Easton Press Edition of “Tom Jones” by Henry Fielding and Ivanhoe Easton press's Limited Edition Leather Bound – Jan. 1 1977 by Sir Walter Scott. These are the advanced reservation collector’s special editions published in 1977 and 1979 and is in almost pristine condition. Superb addition to any collector of fine books. Small scuff wear to gold gilt at front edge of one.
Tom Jones: The coming-of-age story - Ribald and rollicking, Tom Jones is Fielding's comic classic of a young man's “honorable” attempt at marriage and betterment. While recognized today as a landmark of the English novel, Dr. Johnson once observed, "I am sorry to hear you have read it; a confession which no modest lady should ever make."
Ivanhoe: “Chivalry!---why, maiden, she is the nurse of pure and high affection---the stay of the oppressed, the redresser of grievances, the curb of the power of the tyrant ---Nobility were but an empty name without her, and liberty finds the best protection in her lance and her sword.” Walter Scott, Ivanhoe
Features include:
- Fully bound in genuine leather.
- 6 1/4" x 9 1/4", 800pp
- 22kt gold deeply inlaid on the “hubbed” spine.
- Superbly printed on acid-neutral paper that lasts for generations.
- Sewn pages – not just glued like ordinary books.
- Satin-ribbon page marker.
- Gilded page ends.
- Bound in the USA. Imported materials.
- Rigorous inspection at every stage ensures adherence to our exacting standards.
- Superb craftsmanship and commitment to quality.
Beautifully bound in burgundy leather with gilt design and lettering. Ribbon page marker-Moire end pages-Gilt page edges-Gilt design and decoration. Sewn pages-not just glued like ordinary books. Collector's Edition. The 100 greatest books ever written. Printed in the United States in 1979 by Easton Press.