The Pastorals of Virgil, with a Course of English Reading, Adapted for Schools, Vol. I

1821
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  • Title: The Pastorals of Virgil, with a Course of English Reading, Adapted for Schools, Vol. I
  • Series/Portfolio: Pastorals of Virgil
  • Author: Virgil (Roman, Andes 70 BCE–19 BCE Brundisium)
  • Editor: Robert John Thornton (British, 1768–1837)
  • Illustrator: William Blake (British, London 1757–1827 London)
  • Publisher: F. C. & J. Rivington (London)
  • Date: 1821
  • Medium: Wood engraving
  • Dimensions: 7 1/16 x 4 5/16 in. (18 x 11 cm)
  • Classification: Books
  • Credit Line: Museum Accession, transferred from the Library
  • Object Number: 21.36.76
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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