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Great Books of the Western World – 10-Volume Collection
Individual volume book for sale, your Choice
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Second Edition (1990) • Third Printing (1992)
Offered is a beautiful collection of 10 hardcover volumes from the acclaimed Great Books of the Western World series, edited by Mortimer J. Adler and published by Encyclopaedia Britannica with the editorial guidance of The University of Chicago.
Bound in elegant black leatherette with gold gilt lettering and the iconic Britannica thistle emblem, these volumes make an impressive addition to any home library, study, law office, or academic collection. They are equally suited for reading, collecting, or creating a distinguished bookshelf display
Included Volumes
* Vol. 3 – Homer (SOLD)
* Vol. 4 – Aeschylus • Sophocles • Euripides • Aristophanes
* Vol. 26 – Copernicus • Kepler
* Vol. 27 – Cervantes
* Vol. 28 – Bacon • Descartes • Spinoza
* Vol. 32 – Newton • Huygens
* Vol. 33 – Locke • Berkeley • Hume
* Vol. 34 – Swift • Voltaire • Diderot
* Vol. 35 – Montesquieu • Rousseau
* Vol. 38 – Edward Gibbon, The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Volume II)
Together, these volumes span more than two millennia of Western thought, featuring landmark works in literature, philosophy, political theory, history, mathematics, astronomy, and science by many of civilization’s most influential writers and thinkers.
Condition
* Clean, sturdy hardcover bindings
* Attractive black leatherette covers with bright gilt lettering
* Bindings are tight and pages appear clean
* Light shelf wear consistent with careful library ownership
* No significant damage noted
* Please review all photographs, as they form an important part of the description.
This curated group is perfect for collectors seeking to expand an existing Great Books library, educators, istudents, or anyone wishing to own a timeless collection of foundational works in Western civilization. The matching bindings also create a sophisticated and elegant display on any bookshelf.
Ships securely packed to ensure safe arrival.
