Q: Hello. I have attached several pics of John Milton’s ‘Paradise Regained/Samson Agonistes.’ Was this edition copyrighted in 1899 by Henry Altemus as shown on one of the pages or later? Also how many copies of this combined book were put into circulation? And last what is the value? Thank you.

A: Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1900. A number of different color covers were published. See below.

I do not know how many of these were published but this title is very common.

In perfect shape this Altemus format is a tough sell. In average or poor shape it has little or no value.