Printed 1851 by Longman and Co, London. The book is small, measuring 5cm x 5.5cm, 2cm thick.
Please look at all the photos for the best understanding of the condition and contents. There are some clear signs of age, use and wear. The brown leather cover has significant fading and discolouration. Noticeable surface wear of the embossed design, edges are also well worn.
Fully functional clasp, age discoloured. Overall binding is significantly warped however remains firmly bound.The front end pages are splitting at the gutter, however front board still firmly attached. There is some occasional age/use related page discolouration/creasing dotted throughout, foxing/yellowing etc.
All text is clearly legible. There is a previous owner inscription opposite the title page.
Page edges are coloured red, though noticeably faded. Overall the book remains in acceptable reading condition, with as described signs of age, use and wear. A fascinating edition with abstracts from the Holy Bible, a scarce find.
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