SCIENTIST, SCHOLAR & SCOUNDREL: A Bibliographical Investigation of the Life and Exploits of Count Guglielmo Libri

Norman, Jeremy M.

New York: The Grolier Club, 2013. First Edition. Trade paperback. An historical and bio-bibliographical study of the life and exploits of Count Guglielmo Libri (1802-69), a mathematician, journalist, patriot, historian of science, paleographer, book collector, bibliographer, antiquarian bookseller, forger, and book thief. Finely designed by Jerry Kelly and printed on Mohawk paper. Numerous illustrations, some in color, the rest in duotone. Published in connection with an exhibition held at The Grolier Club, New York City, March 28 - May 14, 2013. Octavo: 176 p. Original printed blue paper wrappers. A fine copy. Fine. Item #73550
ISBN: 9781605830414

Price: $30.00