Augustus - first US edition

by John Williams

This is a biographical novel of Caesar Augustus. Writing his novel in the form of a memoir, Massie attempts to get inside the head and under the skin of one of history’s most famous, yet most elusive, figures. One is brought to consider not only the events of history but also the man behind them.

Book has red boards quarter bound with loden green cloth, with the title in red-gold on the spine. Very minor to no edge wear, green cloth sunned at top; illustrated end papers showing the Roman Empire at the death of Augustus in AD 14. Clean of any marks; 305 pgs; VG+

Jacket is price intact at $7.95; mild overall fading; top edges sun-browned; looks fine in mylar, definitely collectible condition; VG+.