Description
This is a stunning 1981 Franklin Library edition of Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer, hardcover with elegant gilt accents and page edges. • Title: Canterbury Tales • Author: Geoffrey Chaucer • Translator: J. U. Nicolson (Contemporary Verse) • Illustrator: Woodcuts by William Caxton • Publisher: The Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania • Copyright: 1981 (Special contents copyright) • Binding: Leatherette, hubbed spine, all edges gilt • Features: Archival paper, sewn binding, decorative endpapers, silk ribbon marker This collectible volume is part of The Franklin Library’s renowned series and features classic woodcut illustrations reproduced from Samuel Pepys’ copy of Chaucer’s work. A fine addition to any collector’s shelf or a standout gift for literature lovers. 📚 Condition: Very good — slight rubbing on spine gilt, otherwise bright and crisp.
Stijn Westerhof
This gorgeous Franklin Library edition of *Canterbury Tales* is a true collector's gem! The rich green leatherette cover with gilt accents and elegant page edges makes it stand out beautifully. The high-quality archival paper, sewn binding, and classic woodcut illustrations by William Caxton add to its charm. It's not just a book—it's a piece of art that any literature lover would treasure. The translation by J. U. Nicolson keeps Chaucer's wit and storytelling alive, making this edition both visually stunning and a pleasure to read. A must-have for classic book collectors!