The History of Rome [hardcover] Titus Livius Translated and annotated by Charles William Stocker

Description

The History of Rome [hardcover] Titus Livius

SKU: VBe-038
Title of Book: The History of Rome
Subtitle: With English Notes, Marginal References, and Various Readings
Author: Titus Livius (Translated and annotated by Charles William Stocker, D.D.)
Year of Publication: 1844 (M.DCCC.XLIV)
Edition: First Edition of this annotated English translation
Printing: Not specified
Publisher: John Henry Parker (Oxford), Whittaker and Co. (London), J. & J.J. Deighton (Cambridge)
Type of Binding: Hardcover
Dust Jacket: None
Book Club Edition: No
Former Library Book: No indication of library markings
Damage on Cover: Some wear on edges, especially at the spine tops and bottoms
Page Condition: Appears clean, minimal to no foxing
Foxing: Minimal, mostly clean pages

Description:
This is a four-volume set of The History of Rome by Titus Livius, translated and annotated by Charles William Stocker. This classic historical work chronicles the rise and early history of Rome, offering a blend of myth, legend, and historical accounts. Stocker provides extensive English notes, marginal references, and various readings, making it a significant resource for students and historians of Roman history in the 19th century.

The set was published in 1844 by renowned academic publishers in Oxford, London, and Cambridge, reflecting its scholarly focus. The original Latin text is accompanied by detailed annotations and references to aid understanding.

Genre and Sub-genre:
Genre: History
Sub-genre: Classical Studies, Roman History, Annotated Editions
Condition:
Covers: The blue cloth bindings feature an ornate embossed design on the front and back covers. The spines are gilt-stamped with titles and volume numbers. There is moderate edge wear, particularly at the spine caps and corners, with some minor fraying visible.
Pages: The interiors are remarkably clean for their age, with minimal foxing and no visible water damage. The paper quality is high, and the text remains crisp and legible.
Binding: The bindings are tight for all four volumes, with no loose or missing pages.
Overall: A very good condition set for its age, with minor cosmetic flaws that do not detract from its readability or display value.