A Memoir Concerning the Origin and Progress of the Reform Proposed in the Internal Government of the Royal Burghs of Scotland

Archibald Fletcher

Published by Adam Black, Edinburgh, 1819

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A very scarce first edition of this detailed discussion on a Scottish reform, written by the Scottish reformer Archibald Fletcher. The first edition of this work.A very scarce work.A detailed work on a reform proposed by the Scottish government, which had first been brought into discussion in 1782.Written by Archibald Fletcher, a Scottish reformer.Bookplate to the front pastedown, 'John Tennant'. Prior owner's ink inscription to the head of the title page, 'Charles Tennant'. In a half calf binding with marbled paper to the boards. Externally, generally smart. Joints are a little cracked. Light surface cracks to the spine. Minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities, resulting in a small amount of loss to the head and tail of the spine. Light rubbing and minor marks to the boards. Bookplate to the front pastedown. Front hinge is starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and generally clean with some spots. Good. Seller Inventory # 733P9

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Memoir Concerning the Origin and Progress ...

Publisher: Adam Black, Edinburgh

Publication Date: 1819

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: None

Condition: Good

Edition: First edition.

Book Type: book