Antique Shakespeare's Tragedies in French/English Hachette 1843 HC

Item Details:

• Title: Shakespeare's Tragedies
• Author: Shakespeare
• Publisher: Hachette Livre
• Copyright: 1843
• Edition: First Edition

Condition:

• The book is in acceptable condition with some signs of age.
• There's shelf wear like rubbing on corners and spine ends, and scuffing on covers.
• Some fading and scuffing can be seen on corners and edges.
• The text block has some foxing and dirt/stains, and there's also foxing on interior pages.
• The binding is tight, and the interior is clean.
• There are inscriptions on the front endpaper from previous owners, one dating back to 1844 (check pictures).
• The endpaper and first few pages show more obvious foxing (see pictures).
• Some pages are dog-eared (refer to pictures).
• The hinges are worn but still intact.
• The board, spine, and text block have gilding.

This is a rare 1843 first - edition antique book of Shakespeare's Tragedies. To use it, simply open the pages gently and enjoy the timeless works of Shakespeare. When handling, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting dirt on the pages. As for maintenance, store it in a dry and cool place away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading and damage. If you notice any loose pages or damage, it's best to consult a professional book restorer. Be careful when turning the dog - eared pages to avoid tearing. Also, try not to place heavy objects on the book to keep the binding tight.