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Lot 197 - "The Whole Works Of Flavius Josephus" Antique Religious And Historical Book Translated Into English By Sir Roger L'Estrange, Knight, Printed By Henry Galbraith, Dundee, 1766

Lot 197 - "The Whole Works Of Flavius Josephus" Antique Religious And Historical Book Translated Into English By Sir Roger L'Estrange, Knight, Printed By Henry Galbraith, Dundee, 1766

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Large antique leather-bound volume titled "The Whole Works of Flavius Josephus", translated into English by Sir Roger L’Estrange, Knight, and printed by Henry Galbraith, Dundee, 1766. Illustrated with a map and several copper-plate engravings. Contents include "The Life of Josephus"; "The Antiquities of the Jews" in twenty books; "Against Apion" in two parts; "The Wars of the Jews" in seven books; "The Martyrdom of the Maccabees"; and "Philo’s Embassy from the Jews of Alexandria to Caius Caligula."
Covers and spine show heavy wear and tear, with large missing sections of leather, deep splits, cut marks, and fraying corners. Portions of the spine covering are lost, and the front cover is attached in only a few spots but nearly detached—handle with care. Foxing to pages throughout. Several pages near the front and back are missing or heavily torn, and the back half of the book exhibits significant water staining. Overall fragile condition consistent with age and handling.

Dimensions: 9-1/2" L x 2-1/2" W x 14" H

Auction Date: 10/30/2025

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