The Plays of William Shakspeare William Shakespeare; George Steevens [ed.]; Edmond Malone [ed.] Plays

A scarce single volume edition of the complete dramatic works of William Shakespeare, in full morocco with gilt decoration. A scarce single volume edition of the complete dramatic works of William Shakespeare, in full morocco with gilt decoration.Printed in two columns, the text of this volume is 'accurately printed from the text of the corrected copies left by the late George Steevens and Edmond Malone.' With a glossary.Contains a prior owner's highly decorative signature inscription to the front free endpaper. In full morocco with decorative gilt borders to front and back boards and spine. Externally, very smart, with only slight rubbing to joints and extremities. Internally, mostly firmly bound, with the front hinge slightly strained and minor tearing to first few endpapers. Age toning throughout and spotting to first and last few pages. Prior owner's highly decorative signature inscription to the front free endpaper.Gilt fore edge. Very Good