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The History of England from the Accension of James II

The History of England from the Accension of James II

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The History of England from the Accension of James II

by Thomas Babington Macaulay

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First U.S. Edition, SET OF FIVE BOOKS. Each numbered in hand writing. Fine collectibles. From the Estes Park Colorado Library. VG condition, no djs. GORGEOUS! Half brown calf leather with marbled paper boards. 5 Books in the set, as pictured. Each approximately 550 pages.

Classic, Rare, Highly Collectible!
Begins with the Anglo saxons and proceeds to the English Civil War. Though primarily devoted to the reign of James the Second.

Critiques gleaned from the internet~
Thor Albro,"Deep character analysis does not hold back on pointing out flawed historical figures. FUN, enlightening and exciting reading! As good as history gets."
Samuel Romelly, "This is simply one of the greatest works of history ever written and one of the greatest works of English Literature.".
" Along with Gibbon he has long been revered as our foremost historian. He writes with freshness and verve , his narrative is taut and detailed , his analysis of people and events compelling and memorable.It is simply unforgettable!"

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"As good as history gets" Highly Collectible, rare, excellent condition!

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Bookseller
Supercalifabulistic Books US (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #
212
Title
The History of England from the Accension of James II
Author
Thomas Babington Macaulay
Format/Binding
Leather Bound
Book Condition
Used - Very Good+
Jacket Condition
None
Quantity Available
1
Edition
First U.S.
Binding
Hardcover
Publisher
T.Y. Crowell
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
1800’s
Pages
2800
Size
5 vol
Weight
0.00 lbs
Keywords
Leather bound set, marbled edges and front cover, Ascension of James ll, Historical England, Rare collectible, Fine Library Copies
Bookseller catalogs
Antiques & Collectibles; History; Rare;

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Marbled Paper
Decorative colored paper that imitates marble with a veined, mottled, or swirling pattern. Commonly used as the end papers or...
Fine
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Calf
Calf or calf hide is a common form of leather binding. Calf binding is naturally a light brown but there are ways to treat the...
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