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Poems
William Mason
1774
University of Glasgow, Robert & Andrew Foulis : London
5" by 3"
139pp; 129pp
SUMMARY
Two pocket sized volumes of William Masons poetry, in a uniform leather binding.
Leather Binding
Overall Condition: Good
This book weighs0.75 KG when packed
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DESCRIPTION
The first Foulis edition of Masons poetry.
Robert and Andrew Foulis were brothers who worked in partnership as printers to the University of Glasgow. The brothers dominated the Glasgow book trade and held an international reputation for their editions of the classics. The majority of their books were intended for scholars however some were produced specifically for collectors of select works.
William Mason was ordained in 1754 and held a number of posts in the church. His 1747 poem Musaeus, a monody on the Death of Mr Pope went through several editions and was very well received. His two historical tragedies Elfrida and Caractacus were used in translation as libretti for 18th Century operas.
Volume I contains his Musaeus, his Odes, his Elegies, Epitaphs and Dramatic Poems. Volumes II starts with his Caractacus, followed by his letters and illustrations of Caractacus.
CONDITION
In full calf bindings. Externally, rubbed to the joints and spines. Loss to the head and tail of the spine to volume II. Loss to front joint of volume I. All joints to both volumes are starting but firm with the hinges tender with cords showing. Prior owners ink inscription to front endpaper, E Aglionby. Internally, both volumes are firmly bound. Pages are age-toned to the edges with scattered spots throughout.
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.
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attractive none the less. Major defects will be described.
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