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LIVIUS, Titus. The Romane Historie... Translated out of Latin into English, by Philemon Holland. London: Printed by Adam Islip, 1600. 2o. (Minor worming in first 100 pages affecting numerous letters, some light dampstaining, slight fraying and repairs to title-page edges.) Woodcut on title, woodcut of Queen Elizabeth on verso, woodcut of Livy on verso of [A4], head- and tail-pieces, woodcut initials. Half-calf and boards (light wear and minor repairs). FIRST EDITION IN ENGLISH. STC 16613. Sold not subject to return.
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