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Description
1953 12th edition. Hardcover has some wear and fading. No dustjacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This 1953 12th edition of John Bartlett’s seminal “Familiar Quotations” is a well-loved and well-read copy, bearing the gentle patina of age and use. First published in 1855, Bartlett’s compendium of quotations from ancient and modern literature has become an indispensable reference for scholars, writers, and anyone seeking the perfect turn of phrase. This edition, while lacking a dust jacket, remains a sturdy and serviceable volume, its pages crisp and clean, ready to be consulted again and again.
Bartlett’s work is a monument to the enduring power of language, a testament to the human desire to capture and preserve the most eloquent expressions of our thoughts and emotions. From the pithy proverbs of antiquity to the soaring rhetoric of the Enlightenment, this book traces the evolution of the written word, offering a rich tapestry of literary and cultural history. For collectors and readers alike, this edition represents a chance to own a piece of that history, a well-worn but well-loved artifact that has stood the test of time.
