Lot 16. A legendary tale of chivalry, madness, and idealism — Don Quixote stands as one of the greatest novels ever written. This Easton Press edition elevates Cervantes’ masterpiece with genuine leather binding, gilt-edged pages, and stunning illustrations by Edy Legrand. A true collector’s treasure, perfect for lovers of classic literature and fine bookmaking.

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📚 Full Description:

Publisher: Easton Press, Norwalk, Connecticut  

Series: The 100 Greatest Books Ever Written  

Author: Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra  

Title: Don Quixote – The Ingenious Gentleman of La Mancha  

Translation: John Ormsby  

Introduction: Irwin Edman  

Illustrations: Edy Legrand (dramatic black-and-white scenes and expressive character portraits)  

Binding: Genuine dark brown leather with ornate gilt geometric cover and spine design  

Features:

Condition: Very Good Condition. Pages are clean and tightly bound. Light aging to page edges and minor foxing on preliminaries (see photos). No writing, bookplate, or remainder marks. 

Why Collectors Love It:  

Cervantes’ Don Quixote is widely regarded as the first modern novel — a blend of satire, adventure, and philosophical depth. This Easton Press edition honors its legacy with luxurious materials and Legrand’s vivid illustrations, making it a centerpiece in any fine library.


The 100 Greatest Books Ever Written. Collector's Edition. 

A thoughtful Holiday Gift!

Near Mint Condition.

The Binding is tight when you open the cover - so we believe it is Unread.

Published by The Easton Press in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Genuine leather binding.

Hubbed spine ( raised horizontal bands ) with gilt lettering and decoration.

Ornate gilt cover design.

All of the book's page edges are in bright gold gilt.

Archival- quality acid- neutral paper pages.

A sewn in satin ribbon page marker.

Attractive frontispiece illustration of the Author.

Lovely silk moire endpapers.



CONDITION: Very Good Condition. Pages are clean and tightly bound. Light aging to page edges and minor foxing on preliminaries (see photos). No writing, bookplate, or remainder marks. 

DIMENSIONS: 10.75" x 8.5"

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