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1887 England, Scotland & Ireland Picturesque Antique British History Book

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1887 England, Scotland & Ireland Picturesque Antique British History Book

England, Scotland And Ireland. A Picturesque Survey Of The United Kingdom And Its Institutions - With 600 Illustrations
By P. Villars
Published by George Routledge And Sons: London 1887 1st Edition

"England, Scotland and Ireland: A Picturesque Survey of the United Kingdom and Its Institutions by P. Villars, published by George Routledge and Sons, is a richly illustrated survey of Britain during the 19th century. The book offers a sweeping overview of the landscapes, cities, and cultural landmarks of England, Scotland, and Ireland, presenting them through both descriptive text and more than 600 engravings. It captures the diversity of the United Kingdom, from rural countryside and historic ruins to bustling industrial centres and stately civic buildings, blending travel writing with historical commentary.

Alongside geographical and architectural description, Villars also examines the social and institutional life of the nation, outlining the workings of Parliament, the church, education, and law. The illustrations serve not just as decoration but as visual documentation, giving readers a sense of immediacy and authenticity. Taken together, the work conveys both pride in the achievements of the United Kingdom and a fascination with its variety, offering Victorian readers a panoramic and patriotic portrait of their homeland."

A spectacular spine and cover with minor wear as shown. No inscriptions or library marks. Inside hinges split with webbing showing. Boards are wobbly and heavy text block has sagged inside the cover. A particularly clean copy with only light sporadic foxing with the vast majority of the book crisp, clean and bright. A beautiful copy in good to very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.

Size 30.5cm x 22cm x 5cm

PRODUCT DETAILS


Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Illustrated", "Gilt Edged"]
Region: Europe
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: A spectacular spine and cover with minor wear as shown. No inscriptions or library marks. Inside hinges split with webbing showing. Boards are wobbly and heavy text block has sagged inside the cover. A particularly clean copy with only light sporadic foxing with the vast majority of the book crisp, clean and bright. A beautiful copy in good to very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
Language: English
Author: P. Villars
Publisher: George Routledge And Sons: London
Year Printed: 1887
Sub-subject: United Kingdom