The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb. Edited by E.V. Lucas. Volumes VI and VII: Letters 1796-1834.
[London:]: Methuen & Co., 1905. First edition of the two letters volumes of this seven volume set of the Lambs’ works. This edition, edited by E.V. Lucas is still considered the definitve set of Lamb. Twenty-four plates. Extra-illustrated with 173 additional plates, including views and portraits of important authors, statesman, scientists, philosophers, artists, etc., including Coleridge, Milton, Blake, Chatterton, Burns, William IV, Kosciuszko, Locke, Voltaire, Euler, Harvey, Wilberforce, Leonardo da Vinci, Titian, etc. Bands, corners lightly rubbed. A very good, clean set. Half azure morocco over blue cloth boards, gilt spines with raised bands, top edge gilt. Two volumes, large octavo. Item #11660
Price: $750.00