Description: The MFLIBRA Antique Books Team Presents: 1824 Rare Book - The Tales of the Genii or the Delightful Lessons of Horam, The Son of Asmar ________________________ ((Description) Author: Sir Charles Morell Title: Tales of the Genii. Translated from the Persian by Sir Charles Morell. With Memoirs of the Author. Publisher: London, Printed for C. & J. Rivington; & Cie., 1824. Language: Text in English Size: 5" X 3". Pages: ix-480 pages. Binding: Very good, near fine contemporary gilt full black morocco leather binding with intricate blind-stamped geometric patterns on covers. Spine with gilt decorations and title "Tales of the Genii" in gilt. (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges gilt Content: Good content (tight, light foxing, staining, and toning throughout - as shown, small stamp of an old bookseller on the first endpaper - as shown). Illustration: Complete with the illustrated frontispiece and engraved title page, both depicting Persian-themed scenes. Estimate: (USD 200 - USD 250). The book: Tales of the Genii is a collection of allegorical stories, purportedly translated from Persian manuscripts. These moral tales, rich with Eastern mysticism and adventure, were designed to educate and entertain the reader. This edition from 1824 includes a dedication to His Royal Highness George, Prince of Wales, and contains several tales such as "The Life of Horam" and "The Talisman of Oromanes." The stories are a blend of fantasy and moral instruction, reflecting 18th-century British fascination with Orientalism. The author: Sir Charles Morell is a pseudonym for James Ridley (1736–1765), an English author and Anglican priest. Ridley used the pseudonym to lend an air of authenticity to his work, presenting the tales as genuine translations of ancient Persian texts, though they were original compositions. No-question-money-back guarantee on everything we sell. Buyer pays shipping. Items are shipped out within 24 hours of receiving the order. Canada Post Service standards :[Canada] Parcel Services standards are 3 to 12 business days.[United States] Small Packet standards are 6 to 12 business days.[International] Airmail Parcel standards are 2 to 4 weeks.
Price: 270 CAD
Location: Montreal
End Time: 2024-12-03T14:54:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8.98 CAD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Binding: Cloth
Language: English
Special Attributes: Collector's Edition, Illustrated
Author: Sir Charles Morell
Publisher: Printed for C. & J. Rivington; & Cie.
Topic: Literature
Subject: Illustrated
Year Printed: 1824
