“WINE IS A LIVING BODY WITH A FRETFUL SOUL”
SIMON, Andre L. A Dictionary of Wine. London, Toronto, Melbourne, and Sydney: Cassell, (1935). Tall octavo, modern half red morocco, raised bands, black morocco spine label.
First edition of this dictionary of wines and wine-related terms, handsomely bound.
One of the best known and most prolific authors on wine, "Simon's knowledge of wine was encyclopedic, and his literary style is imaginative, clear, concise and distinctive" (Gabler, 248). Throughout his life, he collected wine and wine books, founded numerous clubs and societies, including The Wine Trade club, the Saintsbury Club, and the International Wine and Food Society, making him one of the most famous oenophiles of all time. Gabler G36720.
Fine condition, a handsome volume.