Description

Hardcover, bound in genuine black leather, with all edges gilt and covers brass-die stamped in gold. 216 pages. Index of Subjects. Additional refinements include bound in silk ribbon marker, raised spine hubs and specially commissioned marbled end-papers by Richard J. Wolfe. This special limited edition was prepared from the first edition of 1920. First edition thus, number 921, with original subscriber’s unused personalized book-plate, bearing limitation number, laid-in loose. A special limited edition of Harington’s rhymed 1608 version of the 12th century [thought to be] Italian original medical poem espousing a holistic approach to health through hygiene, diet and Galenic [advice based on the four humors] principles. “Known as the most popular medical work of the Middle Ages, it was widely translated and passed down for centuries.” [AI overview]. No previous ownership marks. A clean, fresh, unmarked and unread copy. Gift quality. As new.