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Marius the Epicurean His Sensations and Ideas
Walter Pater
1885
Macmillan and Co : London
8" by 5.5"
[11], 4-260; [11], 4-246pp
SUMMARY
The first edition of Walter Pater's captivating historical novel set in Rome during 161-177 AD, complete in two volumes.
Decorative Binding,First Edition,Leather Binding,Uncommon
Overall Condition: Very Good
This book weighs 2 KG when packed
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DESCRIPTION
The first edition of this work.
Complete in two volumes.
'Marius the Epicurean' is a novel written by Walter Pater, set in 161-177 AD in the Rome during the Nerva-Antoine dynasty. The novel follows a young Roman protagonist, during his pursuit of religion and philosophy at a time of change. It is a philosophical novel, and was praised by the novelist Mary Ward as being the greatest philosophical novel.
Walter Pater was an essayist and writer, who published many controversial works during his career, including 'Conclusion', which states that our physical lives are made up of scientific processes, and 'The Renaissance', which seemed to endorse amorality. He is partly responsible for what is known as the Aesthetic Movement, influencing authors like Oscar Wilde.
Prior owner's ink inscription to the recto to the front free endpaper.
CONDITION
In a full crushed morocco binding. Externally, generally smart. Minor rubbing to the joints, with a crack to the head of the front joint of Volume I. Light bumping to the extremities. Minor marks to the boards. Front hinge of Volume I is strained but remains firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with the odd spot, mostly to the first and last few pages.
Overall Condition: Very Good
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Overall Condition
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Fine - Very well preserved copy showing very little wear
Very Good Indeed - Only one or two minor faults, really a very attractive copy
Very Good - Quite a wide term meaning no major faults but probably several smaller ones
often expected given the age of the book, but still a respectable copy
Good - Meaning not very good. Some more serious faults as will
be described in the condition report under 'condition'
Good Only - Meaning one or more faults that could really do with repair
Fair - As with good only above but with other faults
leaving a compromised copy even after repair
Poor - Really bad and possibly seriously incomplete.
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