1868 Rare First Globe Edition - Le Morte Darthur, King Arthur and of His Noble Knights of the Round Table.

Author: Sir Thomas Malory; Sir Edward Strachey.
Title: Le Morte Darthur: Sir Thomas Malory's Book of King Arthur and of His Noble Knights of the Round Table. The original edition of Caxton was revised for modern use. (The Globe Edition).
Publisher: London, Macmillan and Co., 1868. First Globe Edition.
Language: Text in English
Size: 7" X 5".
Pages: xxxvii-496 pages.
Binding: Attractive and good full calf leather binding (hinges fine, overall worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges are gilt.
Content: Very good, near fine content (bright, tight, and clean, light foxing or staining mainly on the end paper pages - as shown ).

Estimate: (USD 350 - USD 500).

The book: This 1868 First Globe Edition of "Le Morte Darthur" by Sir Thomas Malory, edited by Sir Edward Strachey, presents a significant historical text in a form revised for contemporary readers. "Le Morte Darthur" is one of the most famous and enduring legends of King Arthur, his knights, and the Round Table, compiling numerous tales of chivalry, romance, and adventure into a single narrative. This edition, published by Macmillan and Co., aims to make the original Caxton edition more accessible through modernized spellings and updated punctuation while retaining the majestic and archaic style that characterizes Malory's work.

The author: Sir Thomas Malory (c. 1415 – 14 March 1471) was an English writer, the author or compiler of Le Morte d'Arthur (originally titled The Whole Book of King Arthur and His Noble Knights of the Round Table). Since the late 19th century, he has generally been identified as Sir Thomas Malory of Newbold Revel in Warwickshire. Occasionally, other candidates are put forward for authorship of Le Morte d'Arthur.

The editor: Sir Edward Strachey (1812–1901) was a noted literary figure and editor who took on the task of revising Malory's text, seeking to preserve its richness while enhancing readability for the Victorian audience. His editorial decisions were instrumental in bringing this classic of English literature back into the public eye.