1905 Great Events by Famous Historians 1438-1516 Gutenburg, Tartans, Tudor Rule

Description: FOR PURCHASE ~ The Great Events by Famous Historians Volume VIII, A. D. 1438-1516Ed. Charles F. Horne, John Rudd. The National Alumni: New York. 1905.The Great Events by Famous Historians is a large set comprised of beautiful volumes that contain essays by famous historians and scholars, either contemporary to the period covered or to the period of publication. Volume VIII includes the Wars of the Roses, the development of printing, Mahomet II, Ivan the Great, the discovery of North America (Christopher Columbus, Amerigo Vespucci) the Medici family, & more. Among the included writings are pieces by Washington Irving, Vespucci, Machiavelli, and Columbus.The leather binding is a facsimile of a book "considered the most artistic mosaic binding design in existence" created in 1710 by Antoine Michel Padeloup, Royal Binder to both France & Portugal. (The original now lives in The British Museum.) Volume includes illustrations with protective tissue leaves. Frontispiece by Otto Seitz depicts Edward IV's two sons in the Tower of London (during the reign of Richard III). Printed on thick, deckled-edge paper with top edges gilt. There is wear/cracking at outer board hinges, so delicate handling is recommended. However, the binding is excellent and many pages are unopened--volume thus appears never read. For other volumes of The Great Events by Famous Historians please check my store! Vol III, Vol IV, Vol VIII, Vol IX, Vol X, Vol XIItem SpexMeasurements: (in.) 9.5 x 6.5Weight: 2.6 lbs.Material(s): Leather, paperPages: 397Condition Details: This item is in Good-Fine condition. Pages show little/no foxing, stains, or tears; some page are unopened. The binding is intact and has no apparent issues. There is some shelf wear, primarily at outer spine where leather has cracked but remains in tact with boards sturdy and attached to binding, which is in excellent shape. Some wear to corners of boards. Please see photos as they are a part of this description------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------* 1 business day handling time*For expedited domestic shipping, choose USPS Priority, or stick with USPS Media Mail Shipping: Shipping combined when applicable. All items are shipped USPS media mail, first, or priority domestically. International buyers are responsible for any VAT or duties/customs taxes in their respective countries. Grading Guide:Pristine or Mint: Like new.Very Fine: Few if any cosmetic issues.Fine: Minor cosmetic issues with the item, such as small scuffs, scratches, or tears.Good: Some noticeable structural wear and/or cosmetic damage that does not interrupt the item's overall aesthetic integrity or intended use.Fair: Significant, noticeable structural wear and/or cosmetic damage that can interrupt the item's overall integrity and/or intended use. **Please keep in mind all items are Estate or previously owned unless otherwise noted. Please read the condition details & look over the provided photos carefully. If you have questions about an item, I am happy to help.**~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Live in an Antique Desert or looking for something you cannot find...?~~~I started Valley of Ashes Antiques because I love collecting and researching books, print media, the occasional piece of jewelry, and other antique odds & ends. My professional background as an academic/English Professor and GIA-certified collectables & fine jewelry buyer informs how I select and price items. ~~~Please message with any questions!~~~

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