The Odyssey, Homer (Franklin Library, 1979) 1st Edition, 1st Printing. As New!

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Title: The Odyssey, Homer (Franklin Library, 1979) 1st Edition, 1st Printing. As New!

Description: This is a rare, first and collector’s edition printing of Homer's classic epic, The Odyssey, published by The Franklin Library in 1979.
Binding is 1/4 leather with beautiful gilt page edges, gilt stamped decorated boards, ribbon marker, and decorated endpapers.
With illustrations by W.T. Mars.
This collector's edition book is in fine condition, and is unread.

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