Gustave Dor???'s ultra-rare masterpiece is restored for a new generation looking to experience some of his best illustrations. Experience Michaud's epic two-volume History of the Crusades illustrated by Gustave Dor??? in this digitally restored and enhanced printing of one of Dor???'s most elusive and extraordinary works. This restoration includes: - Full-size 8 1/2" x 11" pages - Pristine original source capture - Crisp digitally re-scanned and enhanced images - Bold new cover design - Author's original page layouts - ...
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Gustave Dor???'s ultra-rare masterpiece is restored for a new generation looking to experience some of his best illustrations. Experience Michaud's epic two-volume History of the Crusades illustrated by Gustave Dor??? in this digitally restored and enhanced printing of one of Dor???'s most elusive and extraordinary works. This restoration includes: - Full-size 8 1/2" x 11" pages - Pristine original source capture - Crisp digitally re-scanned and enhanced images - Bold new cover design - Author's original page layouts - Classic type font - English translation from William Robson - Introduction - Michaud biographical notice - 50 full-page Dor??? illustrations with caption pages French writer and publisher Joseph Michaud printed History of the Crusades in its complete form in 1840. More than 100 years later in 1875, famed French artist Gustave Dor??? illustrated a deluxe two-volume set with lavish full-page illustrations depicting unforgettable and intricately detailed scenes of battles, heroism, and tragedy. Many consider Dor???'s vibrant artwork in these volumes to be some of his best, though they remain little known because of their rarity due to the limited numbers printed at the time. Volume one of this priceless two-part saga begins with "Book 1: The Birth of the Crusades" from A.D. 300-1095 and continues to "Book XI: From the Restoration of Isaac to the Death of Baldwin" A.D. 1198-1204. Table of Contents: Book I: Birth of the Crusades A.D. 300-1095 Book II: Departure and March of the Crusaders A.D. 1096-1097 Book III: The March To, and Siege of Antioch A.D. 1097-1099 Book IV: The Siege of Jerusalem A.D. 1099-1103 Book V: History of the Kingdom of Jerusalem A.D. 1099-1148 Book VI: The Second Crusade A.D. 1142-1148 Book VII: The Third Crusade A.D. 1148-1188 Book VIII: Saladin A.D. 1188-1192 Book IX: The Fourth Crusade A.D. 1195-1198 Book X: The Fifth Crusade A.D. 1198-1204 Book XI: The Restoration of Isaac to the Death of Baldwin A.D. 1198-1204 About the Artist: Master artist Gustave Dor??? (1832-1883), known for the lavish illustrations in Dante's Inferno, Purgatory and Paradise, Dor???'s London: A Pilgrimage, and Milton's Paradise Lost. Dor??? is regarded as one of history's best artists, illustrators, and cartoonists. Known for his incredibly detailed work in books such as Dante's Inferno, his drawings for History of the Crusades showcase his mastery of depicting cinematic battle scenes on an epic scale. About the Publisher: The CGR Publishing Restoration Workshop uses a vast array of computers and digital scanners to restore, preserve, and enhance the classic works of writers and artists from the 19th century. Each new release includes display-quality covers, enlarged covers, and retro fonts. Select books include Dante's Inferno Retro Hell-Bound Edition, Gustave Dor???'s London: A Pilgrimage, The Complete Book of Birds, A Life of George Westinghouse, The Clock Book: A Detailed Illustrated Collection of Classic Clocks, The Aeroplane Speaks, The History of Don Quixote: Gustave Dor??? Restored Special Edition and much more.
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Doré, Gustave. New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 480 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Doré, Gustave. Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 480 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
