The Story of the Last Days of Jerusalem from Josephus

Church, Alfred J. The Story of the Last Days of Jerusalem from Josephus. London: Seeley, Jackson & Halliday, 1881. First edition. 8vo. ii, (2), 166pp. (6). Original tan cloth cover with gilt coin images of Vespasian and Titus along with a red and tan stamped image of Judean captives based on the arch of Titus. Gold lettering on cover and spine. Frontispiece reproduction of a colored drawing of Roman legionaries with the eagle standard. Includes tissue guard. Selections from Josephus’ “The Jewish War” on the capture of Jerusalem in 70 C.E. by the Roman forces and Vespasian and Titus. Includes numerous illustrations. Signed in pencil by previous owner. Cover stained. Head and tail of spine bumped. Corners rubbed. Overall in good condition. g. Hardcover. (32138) $95