Plautus: Captivi, Trinummus, et Rudens [Hardcover] C. S. Harrington

Description

This book, titled “Captivi, Trinummus, et Rudens” by T. Macci Plauti (Titus Maccius Plautus) with English notes, critical and explanatory by C. S. Harrington, was published in 1875 by Harper & Brothers, New York. It is a classic collection of three of Plautus’s comedies—Captivi (The Captives), Trinummus (The Three Pieces of Silver), and Rudens (The Rope)—and includes scholarly annotations and critical insights for academic and literary study. The book is particularly valuable for students, Latin scholars, and those interested in classical literature, offering a rich source of Roman humor and societal insights from one of the earliest Roman playwrights.

Genre and Sub-Genre:
Genre: Classical Literature, Drama
Sub-Genre: Latin Literature, Comedy, Ancient Roman Plays, Scholarly Text

The book is in fair condition considering its age. The hardcover has noticeable wear, particularly around the spine, with some fraying and chipping at the edges. The corners are bumped and scuffed, with slight fading visible across the boards. There is no dust jacket, as is common for books from this period. The binding remains intact, and the pages are generally clean with some light foxing, mostly toward the outer edges. There are no library markings or inscriptions. Overall, this copy is well-preserved for a book published in 1875, suitable for collectors interested in classical works or historical texts.

SKU: VBe-026
Title of Book: Captivi, Trinummus, et Rudens
Author: T. Macci Plauti (Titus Maccius Plautus), with notes by C. S. Harrington
Year of Publication: 1875
Edition: Not explicitly stated; likely first edition of this particular annotated edition
Printing: 1875 by Harper & Brothers, Publishers, New York
Publisher Name: Harper & Brothers, Publishers, Franklin Square, New York
Type of Binding: Hardcover
Former Library Book: No library markings or stamps present
Damage on Cover: Noticeable wear on the spine, corners, and edges; some fraying and chipping at the top and bottom of the spine
Pages Condition: Pages appear clean with minimal signs of handling
Foxing: Some light foxing on the pages