Author: William Hurd
Title: A New Universal History of the Rites, Ceremonies and Customs of the Whole World: Or, a Complete and Impartial View of All the Religions in the Various Nations of the Universe.
Description: London, Alexander Hogg, c1790. Leather. A scarce early edition of Hurd's brilliant work on comparative religion and obscure religious practices. 'Both antient and Modern, from the Creation down to the present Time&apos. Featuring sixty copper engraved plates, collate complete, 'most elegantly designed and engraved then any usually given with periodical publications' depicting all manner of religious rites and ceremonies from all over the world. From designs by Walker, Collyer, Taylor and others. 'And to make the whole as superb and masterly as possible, a great number of ornamental borders are added by an eminent hand&apos. Containing 'curious, instructive and entertaining particulars..a variety of new and interesting matter relative to the manners and customs of all nations, not to be found in any other work', as well as a full and authentic account of the life and progress, including the ancient and present state of all known religions at this time. 'Comprehending also a genuine and circumstantial description of all the most material lesser sects, parties, heresies and religious opinions since the first promulgation of Christianity, and likewise the ecclesiastical laws and history concerning every religion&apos. 'Designed to form a complete family library. Including the whole body of divinity, according to the different religious usages in every part of the known world. Calculated for Christians of all denominations; and illustrated by quotations from the most celebrated authors&apos. In a full calf binding. Externally rubbed. The front board is detached but present, having the title page attached to this also, the rear joint starting. Internally, firmly bound throughout, aside from the front endpapers, including the frontispiece, being missing. Remarkably bright and clean for the age of this book, with a few scattered spots, predominantly to the backs of the plates, and the odd tidemark. There are small closed tears to the title, which is in a delicate position attached to the loose front board. Copperplate ink inscription to front pastedown. Well worth the binding cost and can fetch up to £1500 thus repaired. Overall: GOOD ONLY due to detached board and missing frontis. Good Only . Ill.: None. Good Only .

Keywords: Walker Collyer Taylor Early Collyer None


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