Complete Set: The Diary of Samuel Pepys (11 Volumes, Latham & Matthews Edition)
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a complete, eleven-volume set of the definitive Latham & Matthews edition of The Diary of Samuel Pepys. Renowned as the first complete and accurate transcription of the diaries, this acclaimed edition is a cornerstone of historical and literary collections.
Key Details
· Title: The Diary of Samuel Pepys: A New and Complete Transcription
· Editors: Robert Latham & William Matthews
· Format: Eleven hardcover volumes, including the nine diary volumes, the essential Companion volume (Vol X), and the comprehensive Index volume (Vol XI). Various reprints.
· Publisher: G. Bell and Sons (various reprints)
· Condition: All volumes are in Excellent+ (Excellent Plus) condition, showing minimal wear. The pages are bright, clean, and the bindings are firm and square.
Collector's Value
The Latham & Matthews edition is widely considered the most authoritative and scholarly version of Pepys's famous diary, which offers an unparalleled look into life in Restoration London, covering events like the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London. This complete, well-preserved set of the original hardcover editions is highly desirable for collectors and serious enthusiasts, superior to later abridgments or digital versions due to its meticulous detail and comprehensive commentary.
Notes on Condition
· Externally: The books feature the publisher's original green cloth binding with gilt lettering/anchors to the spine and front, and they are exceptionally clean.
· Internally: The pages are clean with no major faults, inscriptions, or significant foxing, making them a very attractive copy.
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