Historical information

This copy of Homeri Ilias Tome I & II published in 1839 and belonged to Reverend William Henderson, founder of Ballarat College. Collected by K C Hofmaier (1963) by purchase of a library at Gembrook (Vic) which contained a number of books from the old Ballarat Latin Language Library, including school text books and theological works formerly the property of the founder of Ballarat College, Rev William Henderson

Significance

High social significance due to connection with founder of the school Rev William Henderson

Physical description

Marbled card cover with calf binding and corners; raised bands on spine with six compartments; gold lettering on red-dyed title compartment; very worn; black and white illustrations at head of each chapter;

Inscriptions & markings

Handwritten inscription on title page: W Henderson