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WISDOM OF SOLOMON

Extracts from this Apocryphal book of the Bible which describe the attributes of Sophia Goddess of Wisdom, open the door to eternal life, and thereby the attainment of happiness.

Bound in deep blue Ecorel leathercloth, this book is 27.5 cms high and 15.5 cms wide. It is letterpress printed by hand in three colours on Saunders Waterford 90lb HP paper and hand-sewn.This edition limited to 30 signed and numbered copies.

Price £25 or $40.

 

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CELTIC STRANDS

Poetry written by Peter and Frances Grant between 1970 and 1974 inspired by the "Tain" Saga of Cuchulain, the Irish Hero.

Two volumes of 38 pages each, letterpress printed in 12pt Cheltenham Italic on Saunders Waterford 90lb HP paper. A6. Handbound in marbled paper covered boards in matching slipcase. Page decorations in various methods and colours.

Limited edition of 125 signed and numbered copies. £18 or US$30 for one volume, £30 or US$50 for the pair.

 

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AN ITALIAN DREAM

Charles Dickens' wonderful prose description of his visit in 1844 to Venice - told as if it were a dream - hence the title!

"I like the light and water - yes, Dreamlike"  
  Jeremy Carlisle of Gatehouse of Fleet

Letterpress printed by hand in 18pt Verona Italic on Saunders Waterford 90lb HP paper. Handbound between Silk-screen decorated boards. Presented in a marbled slipcase. 53 A5 pages with 24 Silk Screen pictures of Venice. Decorated Endpapers. 125 signed and numbered copies. £95 or US$150.