Translated by james macpherson (19 résultats)

Tall16mo, 507pp, frontis. Patchy foxing throughout, offset from frontis on title. Original printed boards, bumped and worn, spine mostly rubbed away. Sound copy in original state. G.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. No dust jacket, cover slightly marked; private inscription inside front cover, v neat ex libris mark, clean throughout.

Hardcover. Etat : Good+. No Dust Jacket. Ex-library. Some library markings. Rubber stamps on engraved title, the following letterpress title, and all page edges: "New Zealand Broadcasting Service". Some foxing. Rebound in red cloth boards, with green imitation leather panels laid down on spine. Cloth boards have a moire pattern. Later endpapers.; Volume Two only of two volumes. 234 pages + extra engraved title + 4 plates. Rebound in red cloth boards. Page dimensions: 138 x 87mm. Additional letterpress title following the main letterpress title reads: "Ossian's Poems, Translated by James Macpherson, Esq. Vol. II. Containing Carthon, Dar-Thula, Carric-Thura, Berrathon, Temora, Cath Loda. &c. &c. &c.". …

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good+. Full red leather stamped in gilt and blind, gilt dentelles, AEG, marbled eps. The initials in gilt to front cover "J. G. " Binder's ticket of "J. G. Wyly, Minster St. , Reading" to fpd. Mild rubbing/darkening to covers. ; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; vi,382 pages.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Author: Ossian (attributed). Translated from the Original Galic by James Macpherson. Title: Fingal, A Poem in Six Books, by Ossian: Translated from the Original Galic by Mr. Macpherson; and Rendered into Verse from that Translation. Publisher: Oxford: Printed for J. and J. Fletcher; T. Payne, at the Mews-Gate; and J. and F. Rivington, St. Paul's Church-Yard, London, 1772. Language: Text in English. Size: 8" x 5". Pages: viii + 180 pages. Binding: Very good contemporary full mottled calf over boards. Gilt fillet borders and gilt corner fleurons to boards. Spine with five raised bands, gilt fillets, and gilt floral ornaments to compartments (Outer hinges partly cracked (ca. 2 cm to upper joint) but still tight and secure - as shown, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.   Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown, light age-toning in places - as shown, early ownership inscription in a late 18th-century hand ("Basil Heron April 1782") to the front free endpaper - as shown).   ****  The book: This 1772 Oxford edition of Fingal represents one of the most controversial literary works of the 18th century. Marketed as a lost Gaelic epic by the third-century bard Ossian, it was "translated" by James Macpherson, who claimed to have discovered fragments of ancient poetry in the Scottish Highlands. Fingal quickly caused an uproar in coffee houses and academic circles across Britain, admired for its sublime landscapes and heroic tone, but hotly contested as a possible forgery. Whether authentic or not, the poems inspired an entire generation of Romantic writers and artists across Europe, from Goethe to Napoleon. This copy, handsomely preserved in its original late 18th-century mottled calf binding, offers both literary importance and historical resonance.…

Half Leather. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. First Thus Edition. BOUND IN BROWN HALF LEATHER, THIS 4to HARDCOVER FIRST THUS EDITION, WITH BLUE MARBLED BOARDS, AND DATED 1776, IS PUBLISHED IN WARRINGTON BY WILLIAM EYRES AND IS VG. AN ANCIENT CELTIC POEM TRANSLATED FROM THE GALIC BY JAMES MACPHERSON AND REDERED INTO HEROIC VERSE BY EWEN CAMERON. THE DATE AND ORIGIN OF THE ORIGINAL GALIC POEM ARE DISCUSSED IN THE 69 PAGE PREFACE. 418pp WITH SIX PARTS OR BOOKS, ACCOMPANIED BY EXTENSIVE FOOTNOTES. SLIGHT RUBBING TO SPINE AND SLIGHT WEAR TO CORNERS. ROBERT STEARE O.S.B HAS SIGNED THE TITLE PAGE. OTHERWISE CONDITION VG.…

Leather. Etat : G/NO DUSTJACKET. London, UK: Cadell & Davies. G/NO DUSTJACKET. 1807. . Leather. To which are prefixed Dissertations on the Aera and Poems of Ossian . 8vo., 436, 387 pp., covers rubbed, bummped and frayed, yellowing, bookplate . Not Illustrated (illustrateur).

Etat : Very Good. 1825. Hardback. E. rare. Pocket size, 422pp. Fine in contempory full leather, with marbled end papers, and with fronticepiece and title vignettes. Embossed and tooled to spine and front/back boards, with gilt titles. Covers showing some age and wear, leather is worn paricularly at corner edges and spine. Tight binding. Ownership details front end papers, initials on title page. Some rubbing on title page, text not affected. Toned and with some foxing, text is crisp, remains a fine item. . . . .…

Full-Leather. Etat : Very Good. New Edition. 2 Volumes, handsomely bound in full calf with gilt titling and decoration to spine, some slight scuffing, x/436 and 387pp, marbled endpapers and page edges, some intermittent very slight foxing in the margins of both volumes, a near fine set. There will be additional postage due to weight [1.5kg approx].…

Etat : Good. 1809. Hardback. Rare. 2 volume set complete. Pocket sized. Vol I 338pp + Vol 2 335pp. Each vol with fronticepiece and title vignettes. Half green leather over marbled boards. Leather spine and corners on both vols showing some wear. Tight binding on both vols. Gilt titles to spine crisp and clear. With book plate in each volume, inside front cover. Vol 2: some page loss at bottom corner first 25 pages, text not affected. Toned, text is crisp. A lovely set. . . . .…

Hardcover. Etat : Fair. full leather with loose front board the lether is worn pages are all vg but browning spine has raised ribs.

Etat : Very Good. 1825. Hardback. E. rare. Pocket size, 422pp. Fine in contempory full leather, with marbled end papers, and with fronticepiece and title vignettes. Embossed and tooled to spine and front/back boards, with gilt titles. Covers showing some age and wear, leather is worn paricularly at corner edges and spine. Tight binding. Ownership details front end papers, initials on title page. Some rubbing on title page, text not affected. Toned and with some foxing, text is crisp, remains a fine item. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Etat : Good. 1809. Hardback. Rare. 2 volume set complete. Pocket sized. Vol I 338pp + Vol 2 335pp. Each vol with fronticepiece and title vignettes. Half green leather over marbled boards. Leather spine and corners on both vols showing some wear. Tight binding on both vols. Gilt titles to spine crisp and clear. With book plate in each volume, inside front cover. Vol 2: some page loss at bottom corner first 25 pages, text not affected. Toned, text is crisp. A lovely set. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

185x120mm, XVI - 330 pages + 2 sheets - 387 pages, inspection carried out: 10 b/w plates, contemporary marbled calf binding with title label, and gilt-lettered volume numbers and decorated compartments on the spine. Upper hinge of volume one split, otherwise in good condition. Ex-libris : NE : OBLIVISCARIS, Sir James Campbell of Stracathro Knt. Envoi groupé : les frais de port sont calculés sur le poids total de la commande ; chaque livre supplémentaire coûte donc beaucoup moins cher à expédier. Commandez plusieurs livres et économisez sur le port ! / Combined shipping: postage is charged on the total weight of your order, so each additional book ships at a reduced rate. Order several books from us and save on postage ! / Envois Europe : Droits et taxes inclus - aucun frais à la livraison / Shipments to Europe: Duties and taxes included - no delivery charges. …

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1834. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 212, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 212 212.…

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1847. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 396, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 396 396.…

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in MDCCLXXIII. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 428, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 428 428.…

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in MDCCLXXIII. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 454, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 454 454.…

Leather Bound. Etat : New. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1812. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Pages:- 474, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 474 474.…