Description

A beautiful curated lot of vintage Heritage Press editions, featuring some of the greatest works in world literature. These titles are known for their quality bindings, illustrated plates, and collectible slipcases. Condition varies, with some slipcases showing wear, but overall the books present well with clean interiors unless otherwise indicated. A wonderful shelf-ready collection for readers, decorators, or collectors.

Included in This Lot

1. The Brothers Karamazov – Fyodor Dostoevsky
Heritage Press edition with decorative slipcase (wear present).

2. The Rose & The Ring – William Makepeace Thackeray
Illustrated Heritage edition.

3. The Iliad of Homer – Translated by Pope, Illustrated by Flaxman
Red cloth Heritage edition; slipcase shows wear.

4. Paradise Lost – John Milton
Illustrated with watercolors by William Blake; Heritage Press.

5. The Divine Comedy – Dante Alighieri
Heritage Press edition illustrated by William Blake.

6. The Canterbury Tales – Geoffrey Chaucer
Decorative spine; Heritage Press edition in worn slipcase.

7. Tales of Mystery & Imagination – Edgar Allan Poe
Classic illustrated Heritage edition.

8. The American Poets – Whittier
9. The American Poets – Bryant
Matching pair with decorative spines.

10. Andersen’s Shorter Tales – Jean Hersholt / Fritz Kredel
Clothbound Heritage edition.

11. Andersen’s Longer Stories – Jean Hersholt / Fritz Kredel
Companion volume; both with clean boards.

12. Les Misérables – Victor Hugo
Illustrated by Lynd Ward; Heritage Press Five Volumes in One edition. Slipcase worn.

13. A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court – Mark Twain (Samuel L. Clemens)
Heritage Press edition with ornate title page and slipcase.

Condition Overview

• Books range from good to very good vintage condition.
• Slipcases show varying degrees of wear, edge splitting, or fading.
• Interiors appear clean; bindings intact on all volumes shown.
• Sold as one complete lot.

Why Collectors Love Heritage Press

Heritage Press editions are prized for:

• Quality craftsmanship
• Unique illustrations (many by well-known artists)
• Attractive cloth bindings
• Classic works in readable, durable formats

A fantastic opportunity to add a ready-made literary collection to your shelves!

Condition

Please note all items are "as-is where-is"

Terms and Conditions

1. All items are sold where is, as is.

2. Once payment is completed for item(s) won, the ability to schedule a pick-up time will become available. Scheduling a pick-up time is required.

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