Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam Random House 1947 Vintage Book Illustrated Hardcover

Random House Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam 1947 Vintage Illustrated Hardcover  This 1947 edition of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam was published by Random House and features the renowned translation by Edward FitzGerald. Edited with an introduction by Louis Untermeyer, this volume is distinguished by its decorative damask cloth binding and evocative color illustrations that capture the spirit of the classic quatrains. It is a notable mid-century example of fine book design intended for the collector's library.  • Hardcover with decorative red and black floral damask patterned cloth binding • Translated by Edward FitzGerald with an introduction by Louis Untermeyer • Richly illustrated with full-color plates and decorative borders throughout • Published by Random House, New York, copyright 1947  Condition: The spine shows noticeable wear and fraying at the head and foot, with some loss of the black title label material. The patterned cloth covers exhibit light shelf wear and minor staining along the bottom edges. Internal pages are well-preserved and clean with bright, vibrant illustrations. The binding remains firm and secure, and the decorative endpapers are intact with no visible writing or markings.  NOTE: **We strive to stay sustainable with our shipping processes. We use many recycled materials including boxes, wrapping paper, and filling. Your order may be delivered with recycled materials. Thank you for shopping sustainably, love you!  FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: @vinnysatxthrift