Author: Arthur Collins
Title: The Peerage of England
Description: London, H. Woodfall; J. Beecroft; S. Strahan et. al, 1768. Leather. This mid eighteenth century genealogical work offers a wealth information about England's peerage. Volumes two, four, and five of the fourth edition of The Peerage of England compiled by Arthur Collins. In these three volumes, Collin offers a genealogical and historical account of the contemporary peers of England, with their paternal coats of arms, crests, and mottoes. Alongside records of the births, marriages, and descent of various peers, the volumes also touch upon the famous actions of individuals, and their religious and charitable donations. In a full calf binding with morocco spine labels. Externally, generally smart. Volume 2 is missing a little calf to the front board near the front joint. All three volumes are beginning to crack at the front joint, especially volume 5. Bumped to the head of the spine, with a little loss of calf to the heads of volumes 4 and 5. Lightly bumped to the extremities. The front hinge is starting, but firm to volumes 2 and 5. Internally, firmly bound, with remarkably bright and clean pages throughout. Good . Ill.: None. Good .

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