Antique 1878 Italian Book Silvio Pellico Complete Works Risorgimento Library Volume

Authentic late 19th century Italian antique book titled Opere Complete di Silvio Pellico, published in Naples in 1878 by Alfonso Gambardella, including additions by Piero Maroncelli and the iconic work Le mie prigioni. This volume represents one of the most recognised literary testimonies of the Italian Risorgimento, documenting Pellico’s imprisonment and becoming a cornerstone of European political memoir literature.

Edition details
Naples, Alfonso Gambardella, 1878
Complete works edition with Maroncelli additions
Single volume

Physical features
Period half leather binding with gilt spine decorations and marbled boards.
Original 19th century typography.
Front engraved illustration present.
Paper showing a natural age patina consistent with its period.

Condition
Complete and structurally sound.
Wear to leather and edges consistent with age.
Scattered foxing throughout.

A genuine Italian Risorgimento era book, ideal for collectors of historical literature, antiquarian libraries and film or theatre set design.