We’re offering Pictorial History of the World by John Frost. Published 1848 by Harold & Murray, Richmond, Virginia, this "New Edition with Additions and Corrections by the Author" features a full leather binding with ornate embossing on the covers, gilt stamped accents and lettering on the spine, marbled endpapers, a frontispiece, profusely illustrated with 540 wonderful engravings; and contains Frost's retelling of world history "From the Earliest Ages to the Present Time, Three Volumes in One, Comprising Part I. Ancient History, Part II. History of the Middle Ages, and Part III. Modern History." The book measures apx. 6 ½ x 10 in. and contains 1104pp. Fair condition (see full description and photos). Bright illustrations and clear text; spine detached, hinges split and binding shaken but intact; clean interior; no loose pages but front flyleaf missing a piece, creases/folds, curling and closed tears along edges of some pages; toning, scattered foxing, and stains due to age; gilt rubbed; significant edge and spine wear with spine detached; covers heavily soiled, scuffed, and faded; corners bumped; name "Charles Gerock" and inscription on front flyleaves; name and numbers inscribed on back flyleaf. (See photos) In spite of its flaws, the book is still a solid edition.

 

 

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