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London   W. Kent and Co
10.5" by 8.5" 2-388; 388; 820pp
A scarce and complete illustrated six volume educational encyclopaedia. Illustrated with nineteen folding maps, and discussing a wide array of subjects.
By Anonymous

1856-1857 The Popular Educator

London   W. Kent and Co
10.5" by 8.5" 2-388; 388; 820pp
A scarce and complete illustrated six volume educational encyclopaedia. Illustrated with nineteen folding maps, and discussing a wide array of subjects.
£125.00
: 5kgs / : 833F8

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Description

Folding Maps, Illustrated, Leather Binding, Scarce

The complete, scarce, six volume edition of W. Kent's mid nineteenth century series, 'The Popular Educator'. Illustrated throughout, with the six volumes bound in three, smart, half calf volumes.

A fascinating set of illustrated, educational works, with chapters dedicated to the study of subjects including but not limited to Ancient History, Architecture, Arithmetic, Biography, Botany, Grammar, French, Geography, Geology, Geometry, German, Latin, Music, History and Physiology. 

With numerous vignette illustrations throughout each volume, six folding maps to the start of volume II, five folding maps to the start of volume III, six to the start of volume IV, and two to the start of volume V.

A fascinating work illustrating a wealth of mid nineteenth century knowledge.

Condition

In half morocco bindings, with cloth covered boards. Rubbing to back strip heads and tails, and board perimeters. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages age toned, with spotting and instances of foxing throughout.

Good

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