1960 Quo Vadis, Seinkiewicz, Heritage Press, Illustrated by Salvatore Fume, old books, classics books, illustrated books, collector books

1960 Quo Vadis, Seinkiewicz, Heritage Press, Illustrated by Salvatore Fume, old books, classics books, illustrated books, collector books

1960 Heritage Press slipcased edition of Henry’s Sienkiwicz’s Quo Vadis?
Translated from the original Polish by Jeremiah Curtain, with foreword by Henry Lamb, and illustrated by Salvatore Fume. VGC.

The novel Quo Vadis (from the Latin for “Whither goest thou,” or “where are you going?”) tells of a love that develops between a young Christian woman, Lygia (Ligia in Polish) and Marcus Vinicius, a Roman patrician. It takes place in the city of Rome under the rule of emperor Nero, c. AD 64.

Sienkiewicz studied the Roman Empire extensively before writing the novel, with the aim of getting historical details correct. Consequently, several historical figures appear in the book. As a whole, the novel carries a pro-Christian message.”

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The Heritage Press is a trade name which has been used by multiple printers and publishers. Most notably, “The Heritage Press” was an imprint of George Macy Companies, Ltd., from 1937 to 1982. The Heritage Press reprinted classic volumes previously published by the more exclusive Limited Editions Club ☀️ 🌙

Heritage Press under the Macy Companies, was the working person’s fine binding press. They’re slipcased, illustrated editions of works of classic literature, and aren’t quite as formal as the quarter and full leathers from presses like Easton, Franklin, or The Folio Society. They’re a great way to start your own collection of vintage books 🖤