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1841 Antique Scottish History Book Tales of a Grandfather

Name: 1841 Antique Scottish History Book Tales of a Grandfather
Price: 509 USD
Availability: InStock

$509

London Fine Antiques

Exeter, Devon

Condition Notes: Presented in good antique condition. Presented in good antique condition. less

Description: This is an antique compendium book of Scottish history, Tales of a Grandfather by Walter Scott. An English language, hard … more This is an antique compendium book of Scottish history, Tales of a Grandfather by Walter Scott. An English language, hard bound title, printed in Edinburgh, 1841.

An oft anecdotal, but chronologically accurate rendition of Scottish history, Tales of a Grandfather by the famous Sir Walter Scott (1771 - 1832) was originally written for his grandson. Renowned for the literally classics Rob Roy and Ivanhoe, this collection of folklore and inventions is a wide-ranging set of tales from the time of Macbeth in the 11th century, with Robert the Bruce, the Reformation and the 17th century Jacobean period along the way.

Presented in a time-worn, intact antique condition, some spotting present to outer pages
Hard bound in Mottled paper covers with embossed finish and gold titling to the spine
Published in Edinburgh by Robert Cadell and printed by Thomas Constable
Small print offering a comprehensive collection of stories, across 464 pages

This is a fascinating antique Scottish history book, Tales of a Grandfather by the esteemed Sir Walter Scott. Nicely presented commensurate with age. Delivered and ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 15.5cm (6'')
Max Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Max Height: 24cm (9.5'') less

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Exeter, Devon

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