Alcuin Books, Ltd.

Heloise and Abelard [Together with] Fragments from Heloise and Abelard

Moore, George [signed]

London: Privately Printed for Subscribers Only By the Ancient Egyptian Society, 1921. Limited Edition. Octavo. Item #023172

A poignant and tragic love story of the renowned 12th-century philosopher and theologian Peter Abelard and his gifted student Héloïse. Moore presents a richly detailed historical account of the famed lovers, capturing both their intellectual pursuits and their emotional turmoil, and setting the stage for their legendary correspondence. This work reflects the author’s evolving style and dedication to stylistic perfection, moving beyond his earlier naturalist influences. Three volumes, limited to 1,500 copies. The present set is No. 896, signed by the author. Unopened and uncut.

Price: $325.00