Short Studies on Great Subjects. New Edition. In Three Volumes
London, Longmans, Green, and Co., 1879 (new edition).
Small octavo, three volumes; full prize calf lettered and blocked in gilt; spines elaborately gilt-tooled in compartments, with two contrasting morocco lettering-pieces; sides bordered with gilt rolls; all edges and endpapers marbled; covers a little scuffed, rubbed and unevenly sunned; inner hinge of first volume slightly cracked; overall, an attractively presented set.
the front cover of each volume is stamped 'Merchant Taylors' School. Pigeon and Pugh Mercantile Prize 1881', surmounted by the school's crest. The school celebrated its 450th anniversary in 2011. [3 items].
Item #124250
Price (AUD):
$250.00
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