The Peerage of England: Or, an Account of the Present Nobility. Containing the Descent, Original Creations, and Most Recent Actions, of Their Respective Ancestors

Book Description

London: Abel Roper and Arthur Collins, 1709 Rebound in Roman Purple, over-extended, stiff wraps. An early issue without the careful indexes done in later issues especially with the work of Burke. The first printed peerage of England. 12mo., 470pp. Pages have darkened from age, some worming but text and only a few letters in margins are un-readable. Tape repairs to outer margin of title page and preface and at page 179. A remarkable book from 1709.. The last copy at auction in 1992 sold for $392.. Rebacked. Good/No Jacket. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

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