Emerson, Ralph Waldo (1803-1882)

Essays by Ralph Waldo Emerson, First Series [with] Second Series

London: George G. Harrap & Co., Ltd., (1926). Frontispiece portraits. Half red leather, marbled paper sides. Duodecimos. [iv], 277 pages and [iv], 229 pages.

A beautiful set of Emerson's Essays, First and Second Series. These writings, originally published in the 1840s, represent the core of Emerson's thought. Handsomely bound by Sangorski & Sutcliffe, with gilt-stamped spines, 5 raised bands, top edges gilt.

Near fine, with sound hinges and bindings. Tidy bookplate at top edge of each front pastedown, some minor rubs.

Item #730

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