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c1868 3vol Chambers's Encyclopaedia Antique Reference Books Maps Australia

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c1868 3vol Chambers's Encyclopaedia Antique Reference Books Maps Australia

Chambers's Encyclopaedia - A Dictionary Of Universal Knowledge For The People
Illustrated With Maps And Numerous Wood Engravings (Includes 2 Page Colour Map Of AUSTRALIA).
Includes Voumes 1 (first), 7 & 10 (last) Only
Edited by William & Robert Chambers
Published by W. & R. Chambers: London And Edinburgh
Volume 1 1868 - 824 pages
Volume 7 1868 - 828 pages
Volume 10 1868 - 821 Pages
Note that some editions were actually published in 1874 and later/earlier dates as Chambers continued to update this work.

" Published in 1868 by the renowned Scottish publishers W. & R. Chambers, Chambers's Encyclopaedia - A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge for the People was conceived as a major reference work for Victorian households and scholars alike. Edited by brothers William and Robert Chambers, the encyclopaedia sought to democratize learning, providing comprehensive and accessible entries on history, geography, science, art, and literature. Each article is clearly written and cross-referenced, complemented by numerous wood engravings and detailed maps—including a striking two-page colour map of Australia—reflecting the era's growing global awareness and appetite for knowledge.

This offering includes Volumes I, VII, and X (the first, a mid-series volume, and the final), totalling over 2,400 pages of authoritative 19th-century scholarship. The work remains a fine example of Victorian publishing ambition and educational philosophy, combining intellectual rigour with visual appeal. A valuable addition for collectors of early encyclopaedias, historians of education, or admirers of the Chambers publishing legacy."

General wear, rub through, fading and light cosmetic damage to covers and spines as shown. Inside hinges split however covers are firm and the text blocks are secure. A couple of loose prelim pages. No prior ownership or library marks. Marbled endpapers and marbled text block. Little to no foxing, pages clean and crisp. All maps present and in excellent condition bar the foldout world map with chipping etc as shown. A decent 3 volume collection in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 26cm x 18cm x 4.5cm (x 3 volumes)

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Condition: Good
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Maps", "Marbled Text Block", "Leather & Gilt", "3 Volumes"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Reference
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear, rub through, fading and light cosmetic damage to covers and spines as shown. Inside hinges split however covers are firm and the text blocks are secure. A couple of loose prelim pages. No prior ownership or library marks. Marbled endpapers and marbled text block. Little to no foxing, pages clean and crisp. All maps present and in excellent condition bar the foldout world map with chipping etc as shown. A decent 3 volume collection in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: W. and R. Chambers: London
Publisher: W. and R. Chambers: London
Year Printed: 1868
Sub-subject: Encyclopedia