Description
This is a stunning 2-volume antique set of Critical and Historical Essays by Thomas Babington Macaulay, published in 1854 by Longman, Brown, Green, and Longmans in London. These beautifully bound books feature: • Decorative gilt spines with raised bands • Marbled endpapers and page edges • Half-leather binding over marbled boards • Ex Libris plate from previous owner (William Shoemaker) Macaulay’s essays—originally published in the Edinburgh Review—cover influential figures such as Sir William Temple, Lord Clive, Warren Hastings, and Frederic the Great, among others. Condition: • Both volumes show exterior wear to spine and corners (see photos) • Bindings remain solid • Interior pages are clean with mild age toning • Attractive marbled endpapers and edges intact • Great example of mid-19th-century craftsmanship and bookbinding Perfect for collectors of antiquarian books, history enthusiasts, or as display decor. Shipping: Ships securely packed via USPS Media Mail.
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