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Symonds, John Addington : Wine, Women, and Song: Medieval Latin Students' Songs Now First Translated Into English Verse With An Essay By John Addington Symonds

Chatto and Windus, Publishers, London, 1907

1907. Hardcover. Published as The King's Classic, quarter vellum bound, printed on antique laid paper, gilt top edge. Frontispiece, 208 pages plus 16 pages of publishers' advertising at end. THIS IS NOT A FACSIMILE, IT'S THE ACTUAL 1907 EDITION. Condition of binding: Lightly age toned and some expected soiling, light wear to corners, shelf wear/chips, and some gilt worn from top edge. Gift inscription on first pastedown endpaper (dated June 7, 1911) by gentleman, a member of The Erotica Biblion Society of Athens. Interior: Text is in Near Fine condition, clear and easy to read. Free of writing in text, notations and underlines, and page tears. Not a former library book. This book focuses on Latin poetry and songs, medieval and modern, translated into English. Also Goliards and students' songs. Contents includes Welcome to Spring, the Lover and the Nightingale, The Vow to Cupid, The Return of Spring, The Love-Letter in the Sand, A Bird's Song of Love, Love Longings, Autumn Years, Wine and Venus, The Lover's Parting, and more. This is a very scarce book. Very collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: Hardcover

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