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First edition, first printing. Very good in blue boards, slightly worn to the head and tail of the spine with gilt lettering and coat of arms to the front board and spine. Some foxing, mainly to the preliminaries and edges. Frontispiece map present. Seller Inventory # 23607
Title: Old Cornish Crosses
Publisher: Truro; Pollard;
Publication Date: 1896
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the ancient history of Cornwall, focusing specifically on the county's remarkable collection of early Christian crosses. The author meticulously documents the history and significance of these weathered symbols, examining their unique forms, intricate carvings, and historical context. By analyzing the inscriptions, materials, and architectural features of these crosses, the author delves into the intricate relationship between Cornwall and neighboring countries like Brittany, South Wales, and Ireland, uncovering fascinating insights into the spread of early Christianity across these lands. The author's detailed study, enriched by his own personal explorations and collaborations with experts, reveals the diverse purposes for which these crosses were erected, serving as both devotional markers and practical guides across the Cornish landscape. Through a carefully curated selection of photographs and drawings, the author showcases the breathtaking beauty of these ancient monuments, inviting the reader to appreciate the enduring legacy of the early Cornish Church. This book provides a valuable and captivating resource for anyone interested in the history of early Christianity in Britain. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332171767_0
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Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781332171767
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Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
PF. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 6666-IUK-9781016897730
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781332171767
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Seller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9781016897730
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Seller: Book Cupboard, PLYMOUTH, DEVON, United Kingdom
1988 FACSIMILE LIMITED OF A THOUSAND COPIES THIS BEING No 35 FINE BROWN BOARDS GILT TITLES. Seller Inventory # 114440
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Seller: timkcbooks, Penzance, United Kingdom
First edition, first printing thus. A facsimile of the 1896 edition. Near fine in brown boards with gilt titles to the front board and spine. From an edition of 1000. Seller Inventory # 39919
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Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Condition: New. In. Seller Inventory # ria9781016897730_new
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Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9780331576344
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Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L0-9781016897730
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