ΦΩΤΙΟΣ (Photius), "ΦΩΤΙΟΥ ΜΥΡΙΟΒΙΒΛΟΝ, Η ΒΙΒΛΙΟΘΗΚΗ. Photii Myriobiblon sive Biblioteca”, Rothomachi, Ioan. & Davidis Berthelin, 1653.

Second edition. Folio, pp. [32], 1624 columns,104 columns, [24].

The discovery of the manuscript of Photius Biblioteca in the Vatican Library, to which this edition is based, was a major discovery and provided unique information about the Ancient Greek world. Although this was just a small part of Photius original work (comprised of 280 volumes!), the manuscript still remains the main source for many minor Ancient Greek geographers and travelers of the ancient world. Several very early accounts of ancient travels and ancient geography had been first published with the publication of Myriobiblon in the 17th century. A major contribution to the preservation of Ancient Greek knowledge and culture. Rare

Contemporary full calf binding expertly restored in the past, decorated spine with 6 raised bands, coloured edges. Light spotting throughout.