Martial [Marcus Valerius Martialis]; William Hay [trans.] — Select Epigrams of Martial

London, R. and J. Dodsley, 1755 . First edition. Leather. A wonderful example of the first edition of William Hay's English language translation of the Latin epigrams of Martial. A bilingual edition with text in both Latin and English. The first edition of this work. With parallel text in both English and Latin, this bilingual edition is meant "to be received in schools to introduce young gentlemen to an intimate acquaintance with the best parts of a valuable classic." ESTC T94257 With advertisements to the rear. Translated by William Hay, this is a wonderful edition of the epigrams of Roman and Celtiberian poet Marcus Valerius Martialis, known as Martial. In a full calf binding. Back strip age toned, with boards bright. Minor loss of calf to back strip head. Joints starting with boards firmly held. Internally, firmly bound. Pages clean and bright. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .