British Curiosities in Art and Nature

Anonymous

Published by Sam. Illidge, London, 1728

About this Item

The enlarged second edition of this scarce guide to the 'curiosities' of England, aimed at both 'foreigners' and 'countrymen'. The 'second edition, with large additions' of this scarce work, which was first published in 1713.This scarce and anonymously authored work discusses the monuments, monasteries, walls, Roman camps, flowers, birds, beasts and palaces of England, alongside numerous other categories thought to interest the tourist.ESTC T79761Lacking the folding table that should appear to the rear of the work.With the stamp of 'Leonard Judge' to the front pastedown, and the contemporary inscription of 'J. Watkins' to the title page head.A delightful guide to the pleasures of early eighteenth century England In a full calf binding. Losses of leather to back strip head and tail. Joints starting, with front board slightly tender, and rear board firmly held. Lacking front and rear free endpapers. Former owner's stamp to front pastedown. Contemporary inscription to title page head. Internally, firmly bound. Pages age toned due to paper type, with light handling marks throughout, alongside the odd spot. Good. Seller Inventory # 887F17

Bibliographic Details

Title: British Curiosities in Art and Nature

Publisher: Sam. Illidge, London

Publication Date: 1728

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: None

Condition: Good

Book Type: book