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This is a scarce 1848 copy of the sought-after George Virtue Edition, and includes a contemporary hand-coloured folding plate to the introduction which illustrates the novel's religious schema. Illustrated throughout with many gorgeous wood-cut plates, alongside intricate drawings inline.The book is in Very Good condition overall. Quarter leather binding, on marbled hardboards. Gilt title lettering and decorative touches to spine. Rubbing to top and tail, with rips to leather board corners. Small unobtrusive rips to leather of spine and board edges. Spine has some give, leading to very slight leaning. Slight foxing to endpapers, and occasional thumbing marks throughout (including to folding plate). 25cm x 17cm. Stains to prelims and some plates. Ownership plate and inscription to front endpapers. Top page edges darkened. A stunning copy overall. 315 pages + 77 page Life of Bunyan by Reverend Robert Philip.
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