Memoirs of the Life and Gospel Labours Of Samuel Fothergill

George Crosfield; Samuel Fothergill; John Fothergill

Published by Collins, Brother and Co., New York, 1844

About this Item

A memoir of a Quaker minister who travelled to American colonies. With an engraved frontispiece. This work contains the memoirs of Samuel Fothergill in addition to a selection of his correspondence. His correspondence is of note as it contains passages from his trip to North America and the colonies. They provide an 18th century view of the American colonies and the Quaker religion. This work also comprises of an account of the life and travels of Samuel Fothergill's father, John Fothergill. To this is also added 'notices of some of his descendants'. Written and edited by George Crossfield. With the bookplate of someone with the last name Chapman-Purchas to the front pastedown. A gift notice to the recto of front endpaper 'Isaac and Mary Davis, From Their Affectionate Friends, Isabel Cassen and Vi. Priestman.' Another letter loosely inserted dated 1955 from one Edgar Rowth/Roath outlining his family history. In a full calf binding with gilt stamping to the spine. Externally, generally smart with patches of heavy rubbing to the spine and extremities. Loss to the head of spine. Spine label is heavily rubbed. Bumping to the extremities. Prior owner's bookplate to the front pastedown, Chapman-Purchas. gift inscription pasted to the recto of front free endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are slightly age toned to edges with light spots to endpapers and the odd spot throughout. Very Good. Seller Inventory # LTH30-H-2

Bibliographic Details

Title: Memoirs of the Life and Gospel Labours Of ...

Publisher: Collins, Brother and Co., New York

Publication Date: 1844

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: Unamed

Condition: Very Good

Book Type: book