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Description
The Genuine Works of Flavius Josephus, translated by William Whiston, containing Six Books of the Antiquities of the Jews.
Published in Bridgeport by M. Sherman in 1828, this is Volume II only of an early American edition of one of the most influential historical works of the ancient world. Josephus remains an important source for the history of the Jewish people, the Second Temple period, and the world of early Christianity.
This volume retains its period leather binding and shows nearly two centuries of use and preservation. The binding has been historically hand-stitched and repaired, creating a distinctive example of an early owner’s effort to preserve the book. The volume displays age-related wear, foxing, toning, rubbing to the leather, and other condition issues consistent with its age. Ownership markings are present. Please review all photos carefully for the best understanding of condition.
A fascinating early Connecticut imprint that will appeal to collectors of antiquarian books, early American printing, Connecticut history, theology, and biblical history.
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Item Specifics
Author: Flavius Josephus
Translator: William Whiston
Title: The Genuine Works of Flavius Josephus
Publisher: M. Sherman
Place of Publication: Bridgeport
Year Published: 1828
Volume: Volume II Only
Binding: Leather
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
Subject: Biblical History
Topic: Jewish History
Special Attributes: Antiquarian, Early American Imprint, Leather Bound, Connecticut Imprint
Original/Facsimile: Original
Era: 1800s
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