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1950s hardbound and gilded set of classic western literature spanning from Aristotle and Socrates to mid-century American philosophers. Assortment consists …
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1950s hardbound and gilded set of classic western literature spanning from Aristotle and Socrates to mid-century American philosophers. Assortment consists the contributions of esteemed writers and thinkers including Plato, Copernicus, Chaucer, Dante, Shakespeare, Swift, Cervantes, Locke, and many others. A wonderful addition to any library.
Handsome bindings in green, blue, rose, gray, and taupe with gilt lettering. Twenty seven volume collection of the Great Books of the Western World, edited Robert Maynard Hutchins and faculty members of the University of Chicago, Chicago: Encyclopedia Britannica Inc., 1952, hardcover, vol. 1-7, 9, 12-17, 21-22, 25-29, 35-36, 40, 43, 49-50.
Very good 70+ year condition. Strong bindings, Minor cover wear & fading. Twenty seven of the complete 54 volume set.
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- Dimensions
- 6.5ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 9.5ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Textile
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Very good 70+ year condition. Strong bindings, minor cover wear & fading. Twenty seven of the complete 54 volume set. Very good 70+ year condition. Strong bindings, minor cover wear & fading. Twenty seven of the complete 54 volume set. less
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