This beautifully bound 1834 edition of Scripture Biography by Rev. Robert Wilson Evans was printed in London by J.G. & F. Rivington. Evans, a former Trinity College fellow and Archdeacon of Westmorland, offers thoughtful portraits of key biblical figures, patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and saints, combining biography with spiritual reflection. Created during a 19th-century religious revival, the book aims to bring the Bible’s characters to life as relatable individuals with meaningful lessons. This copy features an elegant full red morocco leather binding with gilt detailing, raised bands on the spine, richly gilt edges, and a detailed frontispiece of St. Peter, making it a treasured edition for collectors or those with a taste for fine devotional literature.
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In terms of condition, the book is in very good shape for its age. The binding is sturdy, and the red leather retains its depth of color with some expected rubbing to the joints, spine bands, and corners. The gilt on both the spine and board borders is still bright and well-preserved. The text block is solid with gilt edges that show mild age toning and some light dust soiling to the top. Internally, the pages are clean overall, with some gentle age-toning and foxing in places, particularly around the frontispiece and title page.
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This beautifully bound 1834 edition of Scripture Biography by Rev. Robert Wilson Evans was printed in London by J.G. & F. Rivington. Evans, a former Trinity College fellow and Archdeacon of Westmorland, offers thoughtful portraits of key biblical figures, patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and saints, combining biography with spiritual reflection. Created during a 19th-century religious revival, the book aims to bring the Bible’s characters to life as relatable individuals with meaningful lessons. This copy features an elegant full red morocco leather binding with gilt detailing, raised bands on the spine, richly gilt edges, and a detailed frontispiece of St. Peter, making it a treasured edition for collectors or those with a taste for fine devotional literature.
Condition:
In terms of condition, the book is in very good shape for its age. The binding is sturdy, and the red leather retains its depth of color with some expected rubbing to the joints, spine bands, and corners. The gilt on both the spine and board borders is still bright and well-preserved. The text block is solid with gilt edges that show mild age toning and some light dust soiling to the top. Internally, the pages are clean overall, with some gentle age-toning and foxing in places, particularly around the frontispiece and title page.
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