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The description of Greece,

translated from the Greek. With notes, in which much of the mythology of the Greeks is unfolded from a theory which has been for many ages unknown.

Stock Code 102692

London, Priestley, 1824

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A scarce, well regarded translation of Pausanias, who provides us with the best guide to the Ancient Greeks and their beliefs. Translated by Thomas Taylor, a philhellene to such an extent that he and his wife only spoke to each other in classical Greek.

New edition with considerable augmentations, 3 volumes, 8vo, 2 folding maps, 5 folding views, contemporary calf, marbled boards, spines faded, corners worn, morocco labels, a very good set.
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The description of Greece,

PAUSANIAS.

Stock code: 102692

$1,221.00

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