Title: Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Philosophers: Marcus Aurelius
Author: Elbert Hubbard
Publisher: The Roycrofters (East Aurora, Erie County, New York)
Publication Date: April 1904 (Vol. XIV, No. 4)
Printer / Presswork: Louis Schell (Borders, initials, and ornaments designed by Roycroft artists)
An authentic 1904 Arts & Crafts movement publication produced by Elbert Hubbard’s famous Roycroft Press in East Aurora, New York. This issue focuses on the Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius. Printed on fine deckle-edged paper, it showcases signature Roycroft typography, elaborate Arts & Crafts decorative borders, initial capitals, and period advertisements for Roycroft furniture and publications.
Title Page & Printing Details: Elaborate woodblock-style decorative title border featuring Roman numerals MCMIV.
Arts & Crafts Typography: Distinctive drop-caps and marginal ornamentations designed by Roycroft artists, with presswork attributed to Louis Schell.