Barter Books : Waller, John Francis [ed.] : The Imperial Dictionary of Universal Biography 14 volume set.

The Imperial Dictionary of Universal Biography 14 volume set.

£160.00
($199.44)

Waller, John Francis [ed.] / contributors incl. Christina & William Rossetti

Catalogue No.: 0085a

Publisher:	London: William Mackenzie
Edition:	Reprint; Published Date: [1864]
Illustrations:	Numerous b/w engravings; approx 100 steel engraved portraits
Dimensions:	280 x 190 mm (11 x 7 inches) - [3600pp.]
Appearance:	Brown hardback cloth cover with gilt and black decoration.
Condition:	G : in Good condition. Minor rubbing to all volumes and light wear to spine ends. Spine top of volume III chipped and 2 inches missing along joint with front cover. Spine ends of volume V chipped with damage to base and lower edge. Signature of previous owner on fep. Overall contents VG.

An early example of a biographical dictionary with a slight emphasis on British subjects. The mid 19th century was a time of great achievement in science, the arts and politics. While, inevitably, some of the subjects have slipped into obscurity, it is interesting to have contemporary views on the great people of that time. Contributors include Christina and William Rossetti.

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The Imperial Dictionary of Universal Biography 14 volume set.

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