Egypt: Descriptive, Historical, and Picturesque (2 Volume Set)

Scarce. Volume 1 is xxiv + 314 pages in length, while Volume 2 is xxii + 388 pages in length. They are dated in the Prefaces as 1878 and 1879 respectfully, exact publication date is uncertain. These folio travel volumes have dark brown cloth covered boards, with gilt lettering and extensive decoration on the covers, and along the spines. The edges of the pages are likewise gilded. They are lavishly illustrated with hundreds of beautiful black-and-white engraved images of ancient and modern Egyptian scenes. This set enjoyed considerable popularity in its day in various languages. The pages are clean and crisp, and remain tightly bound together. However, the pages have become partially or completely detached from the boards. This holds true for so many copies of this title. Our present copy shows some effort to reinforce the hinges. As they are now, the volumes are suitable as prints, or perhaps professional repair or rebinding. Photographs available upon request. Additional postage will certainly be required for these large, heavy books.…