History of the Crusades, Gustave Dore, Deluxe Limited Edition, New in Shrinkwrap

History of the Crusades, 2 Volumes

Written by Joseph Francois Michaud, Illustrated by Gustave Dore

Easton Press Deluxe Limited Edition

Limited to 600 Hand Numbered Copies

MINT Condition – Still in the Publisher’s Shrinkwrap

This is a beautiful limited edition recreation of the Gustave Dore illustrated 2 volume edition of History of the Crusades published by the Easton Press with a limitation of 600 hand number copies. The books come with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity but the edition number is unknown as the books are in the original packaging and are still sealed. Michaud was one of the founding fathers of crusader studies; his History of the Crusades has recently been referred to as ‘a major landmark in European crusade historiograpy’ and established a narrative model and a multi-volume format for crusading scholarship that was to be followed by man later writers. Dore created the artwork for the publication which perfectly captures the spirit of Michaud’s narrative.  As one critic wrote: "The illustrations by Dore capture all the savagery, nobility and vast sweep of the centuries-long conflict – the suite is considered to be among the finest of the pictorial interpretations of the Crusades. Presenting a masterful combination of power, vivid detail and visual effect”

From the publisher: The classic history of one of the world's greatest conflicts, illustrated by Gustave Doré! This magnificent edition of History of the Crusades, illustrated by Gustave Doré is an extraordinary re-creation of the rare and beautiful masterpiece first published in the United States in 1880.   Features include:

·       Two massive 14.25" x 10.5” volumes, each fully bound in premium leather.

·       The complete text of Joseph Francois Michaud.

·       All 100 thrilling full-page illustrations by Gustave Doré.

·       Beautiful and intricate three-color stamping.

·       Spines with raised hubs deeply embossed with genuine 22kt gold.

·       Gilted edges, silk moiré endpapers, and built-in satin bookmarks.

The books are in MINT condition and still in the original publisher’s shrinkwrap.

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