285.00€
A rare and historically significant Greek edition of Xenophon’s Memorabilia (Ἀπομνημονεύματα), printed in Venice in 1787 by Panos Theodosiou, the distinguished Greek printer from Ioannina.
This volume forms part of Τὰ Σωζόμενα (The Surviving Works), Volume IV, containing Xenophon’s celebrated account of the life, teachings, and philosophical conversations of Socrates. An important work of ancient Greek literature, the Memorabilia offers valuable insights into Socratic ethics, philosophy, and everyday life in classical Athens.
Printed during the flourishing tradition of Greek book production in Venice, this edition represents the preservation and circulation of classical Greek learning in the 18th century. It is of particular interest to collectors of early Greek imprints, classical philosophy, and historical European printing.
The title page features an attractive woodcut printer’s vignette depicting a double-headed eagle, accompanied by the Latin inscription “CON LICENZA DE’ SUPERIORI” (“With permission of the authorities”).
In good-minus antique condition, with age-related wear consistent with a book of this period. The binding and paper show signs of age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully for a detailed assessment of the binding, title page, text block, and overall condition.
An appealing historical edition of one of the essential works of Socratic literature, combining classical philosophical content with the heritage of 18th-century Greek printing in Venice. A noteworthy addition to a collection of rare Greek books, classical literature, or early European imprints.
