The Divine Comedy (Complete Set, 298 of 1000)
The Divine Comedy (Complete Set, 298 of 1000)
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Condition Notes: in excellent condition. Some minor wear is seen on the volume plates of the spine. Pages are clean and crisp. Joints are solid. Bindings are firm and tight. An overall beautiful well preserved set.
Author(s): Dante AlighieriEdition: Edition De Luxe
Publication year: 1909
Binding: Three Quarter Leather
Language: English
Publisher: Chesterfield Society
ISBN:Published in 1909, this fine 4-volume Edition de Luxe presents Dante Alighieri’s monumental 14th-century Italian masterpiece, utilizing the highly celebrated English translation by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and edited by Charles Welsh. The narrative follows the poet's alter-ego on an allegorical journey through the three distinct realms of the Christian afterlife: the terrifying circles of the Inferno, the cleansing terraces of Purgatorio, and the luminous spheres of Paradiso. Guided by the classical poet Virgil and later by his idealized beloved Beatrice, the pilgrim witnesses divine justice while encountering historical figures, popes, and political enemies trapped in eternal structures. This specific subscriber's edition—meticulously numbered as copy 298 of only 1,000 sets printed for sale in America—is richly illuminated with full-page plates and color illustrations. It functions as an exceptional antiquarian archive and a beautifully bound reference piece documenting early 20th-century luxury printings of classical Western literature.
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Book Condition Scale
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Like New
This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.
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Very Good
This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Good
This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Acceptable
This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.
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As Is
This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.
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Dust Jacket Grading
(A) Excellent
The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.(B) Good
Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.(C) Fair
Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.(D) Poor
Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.(F) As Is
Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.
