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Click here to see our other books! The Life and Death of Pomponius Atticus Cornelius Nepos 1677 W. Godbid : London 7" by 4.5" [14], 242, [5pp] SUMMARY A scarce English translation of Cornelius Nepos' biography on his contemporary Pomponius Atticus, the affluent Roman figure. Leather Binding,Scarce Overall Condition: Good This book weighs 0.5 KG when packed UK Postage: £ 3.99 US Postage: £ 15.99 EU Postage : £ 13.99 European Postage: £ 14.99 Asia Postage: £ 18.99 Worldwide Postage: £ 19.99 DESCRIPTION A scarce work. ESTC citation number R3408. Final errata leaf and two final addenda leaves are present. A biography on Titus Pomponius Atticus by his contemporary, Cornelius Nepos, compiled from Nepos' fragments. Pomponius Atticus was a Roman editor, banker, and patron of letters, who lives from c.110BC to the 31st March 32BC. Atticus is now best remembered for his correspondence and friendship with Marcus Tullius Cicero. He was from a wealthy Roman family of the equestrian class, and was a close friend of Cicero from childhood. They often wrote their correspondence in a subtle code in order to disguise their political observations. Nepos is known for his critical biographies, including his parallel lives 'De Viris Illustribus'. Translated into English by Sir Matthew Hale. Ink mark to the recto to the front endpaper. CONDITION In the original full calf binding. Externally, generally smart, with a little rubbing and marking to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the spine and extremities. Small chips to the spine label. Hinges are strained but remain firm. Ink mark to the recto to the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and generally clean with some spots. Overall Condition: Good GLOSSARY OF TERMS Overall Condition (Dustwrapper condition rating is shown after that for the book itself, where a dustwrapper is present) 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. We only sell books in this condition where their rarity or value makes them attractive none the less. Major defects will be described. GUARANTEE We offer a full money back guarantee on our descriptions. Please ask for details and conditions. We prefer PAYPAL. If you pay via PAYPAL we will post the item off the same or the next working day with the postage you have selected. Please note we cannot accept USD cheques
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