Characteristic Anecdotes of Men of Learning and Genius

John Watkins

Published by Albion Press, London, 1808

About this Item

A scarce edition of this work by John Watkins, in attractive leather binding. Detailing anecdotes of various British "men of learning and genius", the work contains interesting recollections about the likes of Sir Thomas More, Sir Walter Raleigh and William Camden. In half-morocco binding with gilt detailing and paper-covered boards. Externally sound, there is wear to the extremities, more significantly so to the joints and backstrip. The hinge is also slightly strained. Internally, the pages are firmly bound but are spotted and foxed throughout, although the text remains clear. There is an ink inscription to title page. Good.

Seller Inventory # LTH13-E-12

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Characteristic Anecdotes of Men of Learning and Genius
• Publisher: Albion Press, London
• Publication Date: 1808
• Binding: Leather
• Illustrator: None
• Condition: Good
• Book Type: book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Literary Criticism