1809 3vol The History Of Scotland by William Robertson - Antiquarian Book Set

1809 3vol The History Of Scotland by William Robertson - Antiquarian Book Set

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1809 3vol The History Of Scotland by William Robertson - Antiquarian Book Set

The History Of Scotland During The Reigns Of Queen Mary And Of King James VI Till His Accession To The Crown Of England
By William Robertson
Printed for T. Cadell and W. Davies: London 1809 18th Edition
Complete 3 Volume Set

"William Robertson FRSE FSA Scot (19 September 1721 - 11 June 1793) was a Scottish historian, minister in the Church of Scotland, and Principal of the University of Edinburgh. "The thirty years during which [he] presided over the University perhaps represent the highest point in its history." He made significant contributions to the writing of Scottish history and the history of Spain and Spanish America. He was Chaplain of Stirling Castle and one of the King's Chaplains in Scotland."

General wear, scuffing and some deterioration of the leather bindings however all 3 books have secure covers and the leather has been freshly treated for preservation and longevity. Minor inscriptions present as shown. Includes frontis. Pages typically clean with subtle age toning but no foxing. A nice set in good condition that presents very well. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.

Size 21.5cm x 13.5cm x 2.75cm (x 3 books)
  • Volume 1 has 416 Pages
  • Volume 2 has 430 Pages
  • Volume 3 has 492 Pages

PRODUCT DETAILS


Condition: Good
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: 3 Volume Set
Region: Europe
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear, scuffing and some deterioration of the leather bindings however all 3 books have secure covers and the leather has been freshly treated for preservation and longevity. Minor inscriptions present as shown. Includes frontis. Pages typically clean with subtle age toning but no foxing. A nice set in good condition that presents very well. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
Language: English
Author: William Robertson
Publisher: T. Cadell and W. Davies: London
Year Printed: 1809
Sub-subject: Scotland