EVANGELINE by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This is a beautiful, collectible copy of this classic book. Contains 16 stunning illustrations by Howard Chandler Christy, many are full page plates in color including a frontispiece with wax overlay. Bound in a deep red linen with beautiful etched detailing on the front cover and spine. Gilt lettering. Wear in several places to the binding (front cover, edges and corners). Hinges and joints are in amazing condition. Text block is tight and in wonderful condition. Inscription on backside of front free end paper from a previous owner and a sticker on the title page from a previous owner. Otherwise, no markings. Heavy stock paper throughout. A gorgeous book for display- or showcase its amazing gilt spine on a bookshelf.
10" x 7.5'
Copyright information: The Bombs-Merrill Company, 1905
