(Anonymous) (Essays). Circa 1650. M.S in Latin, written on 328pp, small 8vo, original vellum. No Place or Date (Poland)?, first part circa 1650d, second part by Martin De Ostrowski circa 1690-95, there is a printed version at Prague of 1695 of one of the Panegyric by Ostrowski.It is not possible to place the work in any neat category, it might well be intitled ‘A book of 29 Questions’, it is a series of essays or prepositions considered both affirmatively and negatively, an academic exercise containing a storehouse of arguments on either sides of 29 perennial and original controversies. The most modern author quoted is Macchiavelli, of ‘Damnatae Memoriae’ (of Damnable Memory), as the author calls him.The work contains mention of Piramus and Thisbe, ‘The Fortunate’ Isles, Africa, Arabia, Turkey, Libya, Ethiopia, etc, etc.The controversies discussed include;'Whether a multitude of scholars be useful to a political republic.''Whether the old nobility of race or the new be more glorious.''Whether fraud and ambiguous language are tolerable in a prince.''Whether the learned or the unlearned more easily rule the unlearned.''Whether more mistakes are made through trust or mistrust.''Whether the king should be elected by many or by few.''Whether the noble or ignoble are more helpful to the state.''Whether it is better to have many friends or few.''Whether friendship is firmer among the present or the absent.''Whether it is easier to acquire or retain kingdoms and towns.''Whether the magistrates must be controlled.''Whether it is better to appoint alien or native judges.''Whether the favour of a superior is worth more than the favour of the community.''Whether it is expedient that the public offices in a community be corrupt.''Whether it is more necessary for a citizen to simulate or dissimulate.''Whether it is more pleasant to love or be loved.'Etc, etcFollowing the essays, which finish on page 224, are two panegyries by Martin De Ostrowski, written in a different hand to that of the essays.One of these was printed in 1695.Bound in full vellum, ex libris Brent Gration Maxfield with notes and flat signed. A singular and intriguing work.
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NANCE. R. Morton. 'A Glossary of Cornish Sea Words' First edition with subscription flyer asking for more funds, original cloth, a near fine unclipped dj, a very good copy, Federation of Old Cornwall Societies, 1963; 'An English-Cornish Dictionary,' original cloth, vg, Federation of Old Cornwall Societies, 1952; W. Herbert Thomas (ed). 'Poems of Cornwall by Thirty Cornish Authors,' small nibbles to original cloth, frontis portraits of 18 of the authors, toning to leaves, F. Rodda, Penzance, 1892; With a reprint of Reg Watkins 'The West Cornwall Peninsula'.(4)
William Philp. 'Itinerary of Launceston, Cornwall....A Glance at its Prospects and Commercial Advantages as Connected with the Opening of the Railway' First edition, 74 pages, illustrated, original full dark blue leather with gilt embossed title to front board, very good to fine, William Philp, Launceston, 1865.
J. H. Collins F.G.S. 'The Western Chronicle of Science'. First edition, 208 pages, bound in blue half calf and matching marbled boards, with gilt letering and raised bands to spine, some foxing to endpapers, otherwise a nea fine copy, with the bookplate of John Blowey, published by W. Tregaskis, Falmouth,1872.
Torpoint and Saltash interest Two booklets 'Bye–Laws Made by the Mayor, Aldermen and Burgesses of the Borough of Saltash Acting as the Urban Sanitary Authority,' first edition, thin card wraps, staple bound with rust, a very good copy, printed by S. B. Williams, Saltash, 1889.Catalogue. 'Cornwall in the Town of Torpoint. Sale by Auction of Seventeen Freehold Cottages and Numerous Valuable Freehold Building and Boat House Sites July 23rd 1936,' 16 pages, thin card wraps, a good copy. (2)
TAYLOR, George and SKINNER, Andrew. 'Maps of the Roads of Ireland Surveyed 1777' Full original vellum with ink inscription for title, amateur repairs to fold out map and titlepage, front board debound, 288 engraved maps good to very good, subscribers list to rear, errata, published for the authors as the Act directs, G. Nicol, London, W. Wilson, Dublin, 1778. In 1777, the first comprehensive survey of the roads in Ireland was conducted, resulting in the creation of detailed maps that showcased the country's road network. These maps provided valuable information about the infrastructure and transportation routes during that period.The survey was initiated by the Irish Parliament, aiming to improve the transportation system and facilitate trade within the country. The project was overseen by the renowned civil engineer William Petty, who was appointed as the Chief Engineer of the Inland Navigation and Roadbuilding in Ireland. Petty's team meticulously surveyed the roads, measuring their distances and noting important landmarks along the way.The resulting maps were highly detailed and included information such as road widths, milestones, bridges, rivers, and towns. They were an important resource for travelers, aiding navigation and providing an overview of the road conditions and routes available. The survey also contributed to the development of road infrastructure and subsequent improvements in transportation across Ireland.The maps from the 1777 survey are a testament to the early efforts to document and improve Ireland's road network. They provide a fascinating glimpse into the transportation infrastructure of the time and are valuable resources for historical research and understanding the development of Ireland's road system. (National Library of Ireland)
![[Maritime interest] YARDLEY, R (Artist). Three sketchbooks featuring detailed colour drawings of ships Highly detailed colour](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/54bf47d2-c788-4f27-b718-b03f00af65c0/2afaec7c-d6a1-48a1-91a2-b04900f68e27/468x382.jpg)
[Maritime interest] YARDLEY, R (Artist). Three sketchbooks featuring detailed colour drawings of ships Highly detailed colour pencil drawings of ships, approximatley 80 to each sketchbook, descriptive text of date and time spotted, names of ships, direction of travel etc, flag details, local newspaper clippings if said ship was deemed a story, signed and numbered by the artist, drawn in a 'Bushey' sketch book, quarter cloth with card boards, circa 1965. (3)Although the artist is unknown, the skill and care in creating these drawings shows a very skilled hand, with an excellent working knowledge of maritime craft. These drawings appear to have been created first hand around the coastline of Torbay. With approximatley 240 hugely detailed drawings of vessels from around the world. This fascinating lot depicts Kanishka Jayanti, M.V. Defender, M.Y. Adelaid, H.M.S. Penelope, H.M.S. Albion, Maasdam, Rio Corrientes, Dover Maru, Nicholas J. Goulandris, a 'Review of the Western Fleat, H.M.S.Llandaff, H.M.S. Olmeda, H.M.S. Valiant, etc.
'Notes on the Sea Fisheries and Fishing Population of The United Kingdom,' 1883 Vice-Admiral H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, K.G, 'Notes on the Sea Fisheries and Fishing Population of The United Kingdom. Arising from Information and Experience Gained During Three Years Command of the Naval Reserves,' first edition, fold out map, original boards, loose front board, spotting throughout, good condition, William Cowes and Sons, London, 1883.
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[Signed] A. L. Rowse. Twenty two works. Including 'Poems Chiefly Cornish' (two copies one being a first edition), 'Jonathan Swift: major prophet', 'West Country Stories', 'All Souls and Appeasement', 'The Road to Oxford', 'Poems of Deliverance'; With fifteen others, all signed, all in vg condition. (20)
RANSOME, Arthur. Two first editions 'Pidgeon Post,' first edition, llacks dj, original cloth, spotting to endpapers including titlepage, frontis and illustrations, Jonathan Cape, London, 1936; 'We Didn't Mean to go to Sea,' first edition, lacks dj, original cloth, ink inscription to half title, Jonathan Cape, London, 1937. (2)
GOLDSMITH, Oliver. 'The Deserted Village' First edition of Goldsmith's famous poem, with catchword on page 9 misprinted with 'Careless' for 'Thus', lacks titlepage and dedication, contemorary half leather with marbled boards, toning to page 1, pp. 23, [ W. Griffin, 1770].This significant work of literature reflects on the social and economic changes brought about by the enclosure movement and the subsequent depopulation of rural villages in 18th-century England. Goldsmith's poem provides a poignant portrayal of the decline of a fictional village called Auburn and explores themes of nostalgia, loss, and the impact of progress on rural communities."The Deserted Village" was Goldsmith's most celebrated work and gained widespread acclaim for its lyrical beauty and social commentary. The poem consists of 430 lines written in heroic couplets, a poetic form popular during the 18th century. While widely appreciated, it also faced criticism from some contemporary thinkers who saw Goldsmith's portrayal of rural life as overly sentimental and idealized. However, the poem's enduring relevance and its exploration of the human cost of progress have solidified its place in English literature (Griffin, Dustin. "Patriotism and Poetry in Eighteenth-Century Britain." Cambridge University Press, 2005).
LEWIS, Samuel 'A Topographical Dictionary of Ireland,' First edition, two volumes of text and volume of bound maps, contemporary half black leather with burgundy morocco labels to spine, spotting to end papers, red ink speckled edge, good to very good.Engraved vignette title and 33 engraved maps including large folding general map as called for, toning and spotting to map of Ireland rebacked, front board debound, S. Lewis, London, 1837. (3)The dictionary is organized alphabetically, covering each county in Ireland individually, and providing detailed descriptions of the geographical features, historical background, architecture, economy, and local institutions of each location. It also includes information on population statistics, prominent individuals, and notable events. The work aimed to offer a comprehensive snapshot of Ireland during the early 19th century, providing valuable insights into the social, economic, and cultural landscape of the time.Additionally, the publication of this dictionary coincided with a period of significant political and social change in Ireland. The Act of Union between Great Britain and Ireland had been implemented in 1801, and the country was grappling with issues of land ownership, the effects of the industrial revolution, and increasing calls for political reform. Lewis's work provides valuable insights into the landscape of Ireland during this transformative era.
Ted Hughes collection Poems and short stories TED HUGHES: RIVER. POEMS BY Ted Hughes (1983) Photographs by Peter Keen. Together with DIFFICULTIES OF A BRIDEGROOM By Ted Hughes (1995) First edition and WOLFWATCHING (1989) One library stamp to front end plate. First edition and MOON-BELLS AND OTHER POEMS (1986) Bodley Head and SELECTED POEMS 1957-1981 (1985) Second Edition. Together with BIRTHDAY LETTERS (1998) Third impression. All published by Faber and Faber unless stated (6)
Arthur G. Langdon. 'Old Cornish Crosses'. First edition, signed by the author, folding map, numerous plates and illustrations in text from drawings, original gilt lettered green cloth, includes an index of crosses and an article on their ornament by J. Romilly, 54 copies of this work was published as a limited edition this is number 18, it is a large paper copy and is signed by the author, with the bookplate of Richard Carlyon Coode (1856-1931), Polapit Tamar, near Launceston, a scarce work,copy in near fine condition, published by Joseph Pollard, Truro, 1896.
Ten works on travel and adventure. Leopold Ainsworth. 'A Merchant Venturer Among the Sea Gypsies: Being a Pioneer's account of life on an island in the Mergui Archipelago,' first edition, original cloth rubbed and bumped, ex libris, toning throughout, plates, pp.279, Nisbet & Co, London, 1930; James Mason (ed). 'Ice-World Adventures; Or, Voyages and Travels in the Artic Regions. From the Discovery of Iceland to the English Expedition of 1875,' original pictorial cloth with gilt decorations, tears to fold out map, some spotting, slackening of text block, plates, good, Ward, Lock & Tyler, London, [c.1875]; F. Hamilton Jackson. 'The Shores of the Adriatic. The Itlaian Side. An Architectural and Archaeological Pilgrimage,' original cloth rubbed and bumped, frotnis and plates, pp. 348, spotting to edge of text block, John Murray, London, 1906; H. Warington Smyth. 'Mast and Sail in Europe and Asia,' original cloth, spotting throughout, copious illustrations, John Murray, London, 1906; With six other works on travel and adventure. (10)
Cornish history and topography. Seven works. C. C. James. 'History of Gwennap,' original cloth, nibble to unclipped dj, published by the author, Penzance, n.d; P. A. Boyan and G. R. Lamb. 'Francis Tregian Cornish Recusant,' first edition, original cloth, clipped dj, vg, Sheed and Ward, London, 1954; J. R. Fletcher. 'Short History of Saint Michael's Mount,' first edition, original cloth, nibbles to unclipped dj, frontis and plates, Published at St Michaels' Mount, Cornwall, 1951; Wilson MacArthur. 'The River Fowey,' first edition, original cloth, unclipped dj, plates, vg, Cassell and Company, London, 1948; John Allen. 'The History of the Borough of Liskeard,' original cloth, unclipped dj, vg, Wordens of Cornwall, Marazion, [1967]; With two other works including 'Caroline Fox' by Wilson Harris. (7)
Oliver Sacks. Six works. OLIVER SACKS: AWAKENINGS By Oliver Sacks (1973) First edition and A LEG TO STAND ON (1984) First edition and THE MAN WHO MISTOOK HIS WIFE FOR A HAT (1985) Second impression. Both published by Duckworth. Together with SEEING VOICES (1989) University of California Press. First US edition and UNCLE TUNSTEN (2001) and ON THE MOVE both first editions by Picador. None price clipped (6)
Edmund H. Sedding. 'Norman Architecture in Cornwall,' 1909. 'A Handbook to Old Cornish Ecclesesiastical Architecture, With Notes on Ancient Manor Houses with a Chapter on the Old Saints of Cornwall,' first edition, hard cover, 464 pages, white cloth spine with gilt lettering and architectural decoration to green boards, 162 b&w plates, large fold out map to rear, pages uncut, subscribers list showing 123 copies, this is large paper copy, fine condition, Ward & Co, Charing Cross, London, 1909.
![[Signed] LEE, Laurie [Signed] Two poetry books 'The Sun My Monument', 1961 reissue, signed on the title page by Lee and some](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/54bf47d2-c788-4f27-b718-b03f00af65c0/beb6769f-b4b3-4bc7-a28c-b04900f05afe/468x382.jpg)
[Signed] LEE, Laurie [Signed] Two poetry books 'The Sun My Monument', 1961 reissue, signed on the title page by Lee and some additions to poem 'Seafront' p32 in Lee's hand, hardback, unclipped dust jacket, with 'My Many-coated Man' first edition 1955, poet Rona Murray's/Haddon's copy with both her maiden and married name on fly leaves, unclipped dustjacket.
Cornwall interest. Ten works Rev W. S. Lach-Szyrma. 'A Church History of Cornwall and of the Diocese of Truro,' original piblishers boards, rubbed with sun bleaching, owner signatures to front free endpaper, some graphite notes, pp.142, advertisements, Netherton & Worth, Truro, [1887]; Edward Hearle Rodd. 'The Birds of Cornwall and The Scilly Islands,' first edition, original cloth, frontis and fold out map, inscription to titlepage, Trubner & Co, London, 1880; With eight other works on Cornwall including Vyvyan and A. L. Rowse. (10) Ten works on Cornweall including 'Birds of Cornwall', Church History of Cornwall', A. L. Rowse, Vyvyan etc. (10)
![[Signed] Jack Penhale (Raymond Harry) 'The Mine Under the Sea' First book edition, flat signed to title page, original card w](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/54bf47d2-c788-4f27-b718-b03f00af65c0/3c62e2df-dd48-4155-a596-b04900f0d1c6/468x382.jpg)
[Signed] Jack Penhale (Raymond Harry) 'The Mine Under the Sea' First book edition, flat signed to title page, original card wraps, a small amount of spotting otherwise a vg copy, plates, J. H. Lake & Co, Falmouth, 1962; A. K. Hamilton Jenkin. 'The Cornish Miner,' third edition, original cloth, unclipped dj, a vg copy, George Allen & Unwin, London, 1962; Robert Hunt. 'Popular Romances of the West of England,' original decorative cloth, biggest defect is that the titlepage is debound, otherwise vg, Chatto & Windus, London, London, 1908; P. A. S. Pool. 'The History of the Town and Borough of Penzance,' first ediotion, original cloth, lacks dj, vg, published by the Corporation of Penzance, 1974; With one other work and two reprint Thomas Spargo 'The Mines of Cornwall'. (7)
Three first editions. Charles Webb. 'The Graduate,' first edition, original cloth, nibbles to unclipped dj, small amount of spotting to edge of textblock, New American Library, 1963; Ian Fleming. 'For Your Eyes Only,' first edition, original cloth, lacks dj, some spotting to edge of textblock, Jonathan Cape, London, 1960; Grahame Green. 'Our Man in Havana,' first edition, original cloth, unclipped dj, spotting to edge of textblock, Heineman, London, 1958. (3)
COTMAN, John Sell. 'Engravings of the most remarkable of the sepulchral brasses in Norfolk,' 'Tending to illustrate the ecclesiastical, military, and civil costume of former ages, as well as to preserve memorials of the most ancient families in that county,' first edition, rebound, uncut edges to textblock, numerous plates including foldouts, mostly hand-coloured with a green wash, a vg copy, John and Arthur Arch et al, London, 1819.Some light finger soiling to titlepage, dedication, preface, introduction B-B xx, list of plates xxi-li, there are 108 plates listed of which only plate 53 is missing. Some small incidences of finger soiling and toning to edges of leaves, otherwise this copy is in a vg to near fine condtition. The plates and descriptions have been numbered in graphite. Index to rear.
COTMAN, John Sell. Architectural Antiquities of Norfolk, A series of Etchings, of The Most Remarkable Remains in the County. Vol I, large elephant folio, half red morocco, rubbed and bumped to extremities, ex libris label to pastedown, some toning throughout as expected, profuse with engravings, vg, Henry G. Bohn, London, 1838.John Sell Cotman (1782-1842) was a prominent English artist and etcher known for his exquisite depictions of landscapes and architectural subjects this being one of his notable works, first published in 1818. This collection of engravings showcases Cotman's keen eye for detail and his deep appreciation for the rich history and heritage of Norfolk. The book features illustrations of ancient buildings, churches, castles, and other architectural marvels that Cotman meticulously documented during his travels across the region. Cotman's "Antiquities of Norfolk" is revered for its artistic brilliance and its valuable contribution to the preservation of Norfolk's cultural heritage (RIBA Collections). A very good copy.Repair to top fore edge of engraved frontis, titlepage and dedication.First series collates complete with 60 etchings.Second series also collates complete with 60 etchings.The toning has affected each leaf of text almost completely (having taken on a colour tone different to how it was issued). Some finger soiling to margins of plates, but generally very good. The half red morocco being rubbed and bumped to extremities, joint cracking to rear. No sagging of textblock, a strong sturdy copy.The book measures 49cm in length, with a width of 36cm.
![ELIOT, T.S. [Signed by illustrator] 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats' Full page illustrations by Edward Gorey, mounted on](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/54bf47d2-c788-4f27-b718-b03f00af65c0/999ef66e-59e2-41ad-afe1-b04900fe29d3/468x382.jpg)
ELIOT, T.S. [Signed by illustrator] 'Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats' Full page illustrations by Edward Gorey, mounted on front endpaper is an illustrated bookplate bearing his ink signature, first edition thus, fine condition including the dust jacket, Harcourt Brace, New York, 1982.The musical 'Cat's' by Andrew Lloyd Webber is apparently based on this work.
Mining interest. Eleven works. J. A. Buckley (Ed). 'The Bailiff of Blackmoor, 1586, An examination the history, laws and customs of medieval and sixteenth century tinners,' first edition, pp. 138, original blue cloth, Penhellick Publications, Camborne, 1994; D. B. Barton. 'Essays in Cornish Mining History,' vols I and II, first editions, original cloths, clipped dj's, D. Bradford Barton, Truro, 1968-1971; Charles E. Harvey. 'The Rio Tinto Company. An Economic History of a Leading International Mining Concern 1873-1954,' first edition, original cloth, unclipped dj, pp. 390, some staining to dj otherwise vg to fine, Alison Hodge, Penzance, 1982; T. A. Morrison. 'Cornwalls Central Mines. The Northern District,' and 'The Southern District 1810-1895,' first editions, original cloth, unclipped dj's, vg, Alison Hodge, Penzance, 1980 and 1983 respectively; With five other works on mining. (11)
HENDERSON, Charles. 'A History of the Parish of Constantine in Cornwall' Edited by the Rev G. H. Doble, first edition, original cloth, niibbles to unclipped dj, 23 illustrations, light spotting to edge of text block, pp.255, bibliography, The King's Stone Press, printed for the Royal Institution of Cornwall, 1937.
![SKELTON, Robin [Inscribed by the author and W.S Graham] The Poetic Pattern First edition, inscribed on front endpaper 'For Mi](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/54bf47d2-c788-4f27-b718-b03f00af65c0/c74e1a37-5791-4c4d-a0e2-b04900f02738/468x382.jpg)
SKELTON, Robin [Inscribed by the author and W.S Graham] The Poetic Pattern First edition, inscribed on front endpaper 'For Michael (Snow) who has shown us so many poetic patterns Robin Skelton 1956', also inscribed by W.S Graham in his distinctive hand on rear endpaper 'Lent to me and enjoyed by me and returned to Michael Snow W.S. Graham Gurnards Head Cornwall 17th April 1959, endpapers mildly foxed but otherwise very good condition including the unclipped dust jacket, Routledge and Kegan Paul,1956
'The Lawrences of Cornwall,' By Edith Durning-Lawrence, first edition, scarce family history, original cloth with embossed coat of arms to front board, 45 illustrations of which many are family photographs and there are 7 fold out pedigrees in the rear of the book, a very good copy, privately printed by Truelove & Bray Ltd, West Norwood, London, 1915.
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[Signed] ARMITAGE, Simon Three signed works 'Xanadu', second collection of poems, first edition (no hardback edition), signed on the title page, wrappers, Bloodaxe 1992 with 'Walking Away', first edition, hardback, signed on the title page, unclipped dustjacket, 2015 with 'Paper Aeroplane' first edition, signed on the title page, 2014.
Twenty works on the colonial history on the continent of Africa. H. A. MacMichael. 'A History of the Arabs in the Sudan,' first edition, two vols, original cloth, pressed leaves and flowers throughout, plates and maps, At the University Press, Cambridge, 1922; William Charles Baldwin. 'African Hunting and Adventure from Natal to the Zambesi, Including Lake Ngami, the Kalahari Desert &c from 1852 to 1860,' secind edition, debound original cloth with issues, a poor copy although complete, spotting throughout, Richard Bentley, London, 1863; Sir Samuel W. Baker. 'The Nile Tributaries of Abyssinia and the Sword Hunters of the Hamran Arabs,' first edition, original cloth slacking witt split hinges and large chips to head of spine panel, heavy spotting to frontis engraving and titlepage, fold out maps and plates, MacMillan and Co, London, 1867; William J. W. Roome. 'Tramping Through Africa. A Dozen Crossings of the Continent,' original cloth, frontis and plates b+w photographs, slight spotting to edge of text block, A & C black, London, 1930; Lord Cranworth. 'A Coloney in the Making. Or Sport and Profit in British East Africa,' original cloth, nibbles to ends of spine panel, slacking of text block, b+w photographs, MacMillan and Co, London, 1912; With thirteen other works on colonial history on the continent of Africa including 'The Congo Rovers', 'Knight in Afica' and 'Digging Up the Pasy' by C. Leonard Woolley. (20)
Cornish Dialect Verse. A Collection of four rare works bound in one. Small 8vo. A very good copy;'The American Civil War: A Tale of Two Cornish Miners! Or, the Humerous Adventures of Nicky Polglase and Willy Pender, in the United States of America,' 12 pages, published by T. T. Whear, Camborne, circa 1860.'Jimmy Trebilcock; Or, the Humerous Adventures of a Cornish Miner, at the Great Exhibition,' 16 pages, publisher T. T. Whear, Camborne, 1863.(John Trenhaile). 'Dolly Pentreath and Other Humerous Cornish Tales in Verse,' portrait frontispiece, 46 pages, published by W. Wood, Devonport, circa 1860’s.Emily Jane May. 'St Malcolm’s Wood: A Cornish Legend,' 26 pages, published by D. Marples, Liverpool, 1866.All with their original printed coloured front papers bound in, nice quality twentieth century half maroon morocco, matching marbled sides and endpapers, a collection of scarce mid-nineteenth century humerous cornish tracts, the first three in dialect. Interestingly the first two not listed in any Cornish reference libraries.
Slavery. CLARKSON, Thomas. Two volumes the History of the Rise, Progress, and Accomplishment of The Abolition of the African Slave Trade by the British Parliament Two volumes, first edition, contemporary half leather with marbled boards, rubbed and bumped with some loss to rear board of vol I, contemporary ink signature to title page of vol II, head of titlepage missing where one assumes ink signature was once written, 3 engraved plates, 2 folding, with spotting and small tears on folds of map, toning and spotting to 'restraints' plate, tears to foldout illustrations of 'Slave placement' but easily restored, collated complete, sporadic spotting throughout both vols with evidence of worm on pp378-376 to vol I, this is a got set of a very important work, Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, London, 1808. (2)Thomas Clarkson (1760-1846) was a prominent British abolitionist and a key figure in the movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade. Clarkson's journey as an abolitionist began in 1785 when he entered an essay competition at the University of Cambridge. The topic of the competition was "Is it lawful to enslave the unconsenting?" His research for the essay exposed him to the realities of the slave trade, and he became deeply committed to its abolition. Clarkson's essay won first prize, and this marked the beginning of his lifelong dedication to the abolitionist cause.One of Clarkson's most significant achievements was his collaboration with William Wilberforce, a Member of Parliament who spearheaded the parliamentary campaign for the abolition of the slave trade. Clarkson provided Wilberforce with evidence and support, and together, they worked tirelessly to rally support within Parliament and the general public. Their efforts culminated in the passage of the Slave Trade Act of 1807, which abolished the slave trade in the British Empire. (Hochschild, A. (2006). Bury the Chains: Prophets and Rebels in the Fight to Free an Empire's Slaves)Rubbed and bumped with some loss to rear board of vol I, contemporary ink signature to title page of vol II, head of titlepage missing where one assumes ink signature was once written, spotting and small tears on folds of map, toning and spotting to 'restraints' plate, tears to foldout illustrations of 'Slave placement' but easily restored, evidence of some small worm trails to foot of vol I pp.363-451 and to head of vol II pp.111-145.There are some condition issues, but generally speaking this work is in a fair to good condition, tipping towards good.Please see photos uploaded.
Three works related to Cornish places Sir Alexander Cardew (Indian Civil Service retired). 'A Memoir of the Reverend Cornelius Cardew D.D. Master of the Truro Grammar School and Rector of St Erme, Cornwall,' first edition, being the family history from the mid 18th century to the late 19th century, 161 pages plus index, in original boards, covers slightly foxed, good tight binding, very clean contents, overall a good copy, scarce, Netherton and Worth, Truro, 1926.The Rev. Aug. B. Donaldson M.A. The Bishopric of Truro - the first twenty five years 1877-1902, (with a poem ‘’in memoriam’’ by A. T. Quiller-Couch), published by Rivington’s, London, first edition,1902. 8vo, 420 pages engraved frontispiece and 5 plates all with tissue guards. A good copy.June Palmer, Truro in the Seventeenth Century, ‘a pattern of place and people’, 81 pages, 1988 first edition. .Stuart Ludlum, Exploring Cornwall 100 years ago, 1981 first edition, pub by Thames and Hudson Ltd, London. 32 pages in good condition.
James Watt interest. MEMORIALS OF THE LINEAGE, EARLY LIFE, EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE GENIUS OF JAMES WATT By George Williamson. (1856) Printed for the Watt Club by Thomas Constable, Printer to Her Majesty. First edition. Orig green cloth. Pp262. Three engraved portraits, 6 plates (1 double page, 3 tinted, 2 folding) with 7 facsimiles of James Watt’s letters and a large folding engraved map. With intact folding plates (1)
Nicholas James. 'Poems on Several Occasions,' 1742, first edition, published by Andrew Brice (born in Exeter and apprenticed to Joseph Bliss, and only seems to have been in Truro for a brief period with the vast majority of his output in Exeter), 16mo, hardback, good, 148 pages, gilt lettering to spine.E.S.T.C. shows six locations in the uk, ten in the U.S. and one other, not in Johnson, though he did have a copy in the three volume catalogue 'English Verse' 1701-1750, subscribers list at the back, a good copy.
LARKIN, Philip 'The Whitsun Weddings' First edition, loosely inserted is a Poetry Book Society supplement with a contribution from Larkin, fine condition including unclipped dust jacket, Faber, 1964.Some very light sun bleaching to front panel of dj, a small amount of spotting to the top fore edge and spotting to the supplement.
Ralph Adron (b. 1937) - "Here we are all, by day, by night we're hurled by dreams, each one, into a several world", signed with the artist initials and dated 18th August 1990 also inscribed with the title, pencil, pen, ink and watercolour, 10" x 13.25"; together with "Procession of The Flower and The Bud", signed with the artist initials and dated 20th July 1988 and "The Day's Pass A Procession Blank & Joyless", signed with the artist initials and dated 1st July 1987 (3) ** The artist studied theatre design first at Croydon college of art with the theatre designer Frederick Crooke and later at the Slade school of art with Peter Snow and Nicholas Georgiadis. He went on to design sets and costumes professionally for ballets and musical theatre. ** sold with a copy of the original direct from artist handwritten receipt dated 1997, each for £130, £130 and £165
Newcastle Exchange Bank, for Surtees, Burdon & Brandling, 20 Shillings or £1, 3 March 1803, serial number W123G, John Surtees signature. also Gainsbrorough Bank, 1 Guinea, 1801 and Stoodley Bridge near Halifax, £1, 1821, first a nice original good fine, others trimmed for postage, very good (3 notes) Outing 1502g, 811a, 2066a £80-£100
Treasury Series, John Bradbury, £1, 23 October 1914, serial number L/26 81045, also 10 Shillings, 21 January 1915, serial number S1/79 080219, and £1, 22 January 1917, serial number C/47 606313, the 10 Shillings has a small tear in top margin, first two original very fine, last pinholes, good fine (3 notes) EPM T11.1, T12, T16 £200-£260
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