{"product_id":"robert-graves-greek-myths-two-volume-set-1957","title":"1957 The Greek Myths by Robert Graves Two Volume Hardcover Set with Slipcase and Foldout Map","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1957 Robert Graves Greek Myths two volume set includes both hardcover books, the original illustrated slipcase, and a foldout map in Volume Two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraves retells the stories of the Greek gods and heroes, then follows them with source notes and his interpretations of their historical and cultural origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two volume hardcover book set with slipcase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Greek Myths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robert Graves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e George Braziller, Inc., New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1957\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1957 reprint of the work first published in 1955\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two black cloth hardcovers in an illustrated paper covered slipcase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e No individual dust jackets, issued with slipcase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volume One, 370 pages. Volume Two, 412 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-classic-books\" title=\"greek mythology folklore classical studies\"\u003eGreek mythology, folklore, classical studies\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete two volume set, foldout map in Volume Two, extensive notes and classical source references, faded green top edges, and original slipcase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary of Congress Catalog Card Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55-8278\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each book measures approximately 7 1\/2 inches x 4 3\/4 inches x 1 inch. Slipcase measures approximately 8 inches x 5 inches x 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth volumes are included, and the pages shown are clean, clear, and fully legible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bindings remain intact, and the foldout map is present in Volume Two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original illustrated slipcase remains with the set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold spine lettering remains readable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe black cloth spines have faded to brown, with Volume Two showing the stronger fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cloth covers show light rubbing, dust, and scattered surface marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe green tinted page edges show fading, discoloration, and small marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe slipcase has substantial rubbing, discoloration, staining, softened corners, and worn edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe paper covering on the slipcase is lifting or worn through in places, particularly along the opening and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert Graves first published this broad retelling and interpretation of Greek mythology in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis complete set suits mythology readers, students of classical literature, and collectors looking for the early American two volume edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foldout map, matching volumes, and original illustrated slipcase make this copy worth noticing, even with the case wear and faded spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a solid reading and reference set with plenty of life left inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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