1822 Rare Book - Jerusalem Delivered; An Heroic Poem by Torquato TassoAuthor: Torquato Tasso. Translated by John Hoole. Title: Jerusalem Delivered; An Heroic Poem. Publisher: London, Printed for F. C. & J. Rivington, et al., 1821. Language: Text in English. Size: 5 x 3 inches. Pages: xlvii 404 pages. Binding: Attractive and near fine, superb contemporary full green morocco binding, covers richly panelled in an elegant geometric basket weave pattern, framed by gilt fillets. Spine with five raised bands, lavish gilt

It also highlights the virtues of humility

and writer known for his extensive work in folklore and mythology

Pyle revolutionized narrative illustration with dynamic composition

The engaging story

1832–1898) remains one of the most inventive literary voices of the Victorian period

mounted colored fairy plates by Hilda T

offering a rich and varied exploration of the subject

" and the episode involving Tweedledum and Tweedledee

The illustrator: John Tenniel (1820–1914) was a renowned British illustrator and political cartoonist

Her use of social commentary

He submitted animal portraits for the next three years before embarking on human portraiture

Binding: Attractive and very good original Victorian illustrated full-cloth binding (hinges fine