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The Death of Abel, in Five Books Translated from the German of Solomon Gessner by Mrs Collyer. With Memoirs of the Author. To which is added, The Death of Cain, in Five Books . . . Likewise, The Life of Joseph . . .and Death: A Vision; Or, The Solemn Depa
GESSNER, SOLOMON

  • The Death of Abel, in Five Books Translated from the German of Solomon Gessner by Mrs Collyer. With Memoirs of the Author. To which is added, The Death of Cain, in Five Books . . . Likewise, The Life of Joseph . . .and Death: A Vision; Or, The Solemn Depa

Additional engraved title and 7 engraved plates; viii+lii+416pp.

Mary Collyer's translation of Salomon Gessner's 'Der Tod Abels' was first published in 1761. This Biblical story proved most popular and was often reprinted.

Additional engraved title and 7 engraved plates; viii+lii+416pp.

Mary Collyer's translation of Salomon Gessner's 'Der Tod Abels' was first published in 1761. This Biblical story proved most popular and was often reprinted.

Binding 8vo contemp. half calf, spine gilt with black leather spine label, slight wear on extremities,
Publication Thomas Kelly, n.d., [1824]. Very good copy.
  • Product Code: RGW20872
  • Availability: In Stock
  • £20.00