Walter SCOTT
The lady of the lake. A poem
Printed for John Ballantyne and co.|Edinburgh 1810|13.50 x 21.50 cm|relié
Statement of eighth edition, the first edition having appeared on the same date. Several printings had to be made due to the success of this title, as 25,000 copies were sold in 8 months and no fewer than 12 editions were made that year. A second title page dated 1812: The works of Walter Scott, volume the seven, containing The lady of the lake. Edinburgh. 1812. (The first 16 pages of Canto I were bound by error before the title page).
Contemporary half blonde calf binding. Smooth spine ornamented with long tools. Gilt title. Paper pasted at bottom of board, covering the leather. 2 corners slightly bumped. Fresh throughout. Light rubbing but handsome copy.
The Lady of the Lake represents the peak of Scott's fame as a poet. It is an epic and romantic, historical poem set in the Highlands of Scotland. Each canto is accompanied by notes.
NB: This work is available at the bookshop on request within 48 hours.
Contemporary half blonde calf binding. Smooth spine ornamented with long tools. Gilt title. Paper pasted at bottom of board, covering the leather. 2 corners slightly bumped. Fresh throughout. Light rubbing but handsome copy.
The Lady of the Lake represents the peak of Scott's fame as a poet. It is an epic and romantic, historical poem set in the Highlands of Scotland. Each canto is accompanied by notes.
NB: This work is available at the bookshop on request within 48 hours.
€350