The History of the World, in five Books
by Raleigh, Sir Walter
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- Very Good
- Condition
- Very Good
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Beverly Hills, California, United States
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About This Item
1687. hardcover. very good. London: for Basset, Chiswell, Tooke [et al], 1687. 15.25"x9.75". [4], xxxii, [26], 41,[1], 368 pp., 369-382 leaves, 379-813, [45] pp. Additional engraved title and 8 folding maps and plans, lacking portrait. Modern black half-cloth over brown leatherette, title on red cloth labels to spine. Engraved title and one map laid down, engraved title toned, some moderate toning and soiling in places throughout, contents very good overall.
Sir Walter Raleigh's popular unfinished world history written while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London.
Sir Walter Raleigh's popular unfinished world history written while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London.
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- Bookseller
- Bookbid Rare Books (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 2310009
- Title
- The History of the World, in five Books
- Author
- Raleigh, Sir Walter
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Date Published
- 1687
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Bookbid Rare Books is a rare book dealer located in Beverly Hills, California. The family run company has sold modern literary first editions and children's books for over 20 years. Member of ABAA, ILAB.
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