The Pastime of People, or, the Chronicles of Divers Realms; and Most Especially

John Rastell

Published by F. C. and J. Rivington; T. Payne; Wilkie and Robinson; et al, London, 1811

About this Item

A facsimile of this sixteenth century chronicle of English history by John Rastell, complete with eighteen charming woodcuts. A faithful facsimile of this work originally published in 1529.Illustrated with eighteen woodcut plates.John Rastell's important chronicle of English history, from the earliest times up to the reign of Richard III.This new edition was edited by Thomas Frognall Dibdin.The plates in this work depict Popes, Emperors, and Kings of England.Half-title is present.Collated, complete. In the original paper covered boards. Externally, worn, with heavy loss of paper to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. Some light marks and a little rubbing to the boards and spine. Cracks to the head and tail of the joints. Paper to the tail of the spine is lifting. Prior owner's ink inscription to the front paste down. Front hinge is starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with the occasional spot. Some pages unopened to the top edge. Good. Seller Inventory # 864P25

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Pastime of People, or, the Chronicles of...

Publisher: F. C. and J. Rivington; T. Payne; Wilkie and Robinson; et al, London

Publication Date: 1811

Binding: Hardback

Illustrator: Not Stated

Condition: Good

Book Type: book