Antique 1896 ROBERT BURNS Poetical Works 3 Vol Set James Thin Leather Mint Gilt For Sale

The Poetical Works of Robert Burns – Complete 3-Volume \"Edinburgh Edition\" (1896)

• Publisher: James Thin, Edinburgh

• Editor: W. Scott Douglas

• Date of Publication: 1896 (MDCCCXCVI)

• Binding: Deluxe contemporary half-leather over cloth boards, ornate gilt-tooled spines with raised bands and twin red leather title labels. All page edges gilt.

Condition: Mint / Fine

An exceptional, collector-grade set in pristine antiquarian condition.

• Exterior: The leather is incredibly supple with bright, unfaded gilt work on the spines. Joints and hinges are perfectly sound, sturdy, and show no signs of cracking or drying. Corners are sharp with minimal to no shelf wear.

• Interior: Text blocks are tight and crisp. Pages are exceptionally clean, bright, and free from any foxing, damp staining, or blemishes. No owner signatures, bookplates, or inscriptions.

This is a beautiful, gift-quality set of Scotland\'s national poet, meticulously edited and arranged chronologically by renowned Burns scholar W. Scott Douglas. A spectacular centerpiece for any fine library or poetry collection.