1580 Scarce Book - Ovid’s Metamorphoses - Ovidii Metamorphoseon, Illustrated Rare book known for his radical ideas

known for his radical ideas and lyrical poetry

His collections—ranging from English to Indian and Jewish tales—have remained influential and widely read

illustrated by William Hatherell

Binding: Attractive and very good contemporary half-marocco leather binding (hinges fine

added gift note of a previous owner on the upper margin of title page - as shown)

1580 Scarce Book - Ovid’s Metamorphoses - Ovidii Metamorphoseon, Illustrated Rare book known for his radical ideasAuthor: Publius Ovidius Naso (Ovid). Title: Ovidii Metamorphoseon Libri XV. In quibus corrigendis, collatis probatissimis fide exemplaribus, maximam profecto adhibuimus diligentiam. Publisher: Venetiis: apud Ioan. Gryphium [Giovanni Griffio], 1580. Language: Text in Latin. Size: 6 x 4. 5 inches. Pages: 432 pages (collated complete). Binding: Good contemporary full limp vellum with yapp edges, hand lettered title Ovidii Metamorphoseon on spine. The