William Hone - Ancient Mysteries Described, Especially the English Miracle Plays

London, William Hone, 1823 . First edition. Cloth. A very smart copy of the illustrated first edition of William Hone's analysis and reproduction of unpublished medieval miracle plays. The first edition of English writer, satirist and bookseller William Hone's work of early nineteenth century literary criticism.Illustrated with four copper engraved plates - one folding, and two engraved by George Cruikshanks - and a number of vignette woodcuts. Collated, complete.William Hone reprints and annotates unpublished manuscripts of liturgical plays held by the British Museum, telling stories o fthe birth, death, and resurrection of Christ, and other Biblical miracles. Hone also discusses the ecclesiastical shows in which these plays were historically performed. Former owner's inscription to head of title page.An excellent first edition from an author is most remembered for his victory in the three blasphemy trials brought against him by the government in 1817. Rebound in full cloth. Externally, fine. Internally, firmly bound. Contemporary inscription to head of title page. Pages generally clean and bright, with only the odd spot or light handling marks. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: George Cruikshank. Very Good Indeed .

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