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Binding: Leather,Language: English,Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated, Bound by Sangorski & Sutcliffe, Excellent Condition, Scarce, Quarto 11" Tall,Author: H. G. Wells,Publisher: George Newnes Limited,Topic: History,Country of Origin: United States of America,Subject: History,Year Printed: 1919,Original/Facsimile: Original The Outline Of History Being A Plain History Of Life And Mankindby H.G. Wells Author: H.G. Wells Title: The Outline Of History Being A Plain History Of Life And Mankindby H.G. Wells Publication: London: George Newnes Limited, 1919 Edition: First Edition of 24 parts bound in 2 volumes Description: Large Quarto Edition 11"x8.75" Bound by Sangorski & Sutcliffe. A beautiful set of 24 parts beautifully bound in 2 volumes with original wrappers bound in rear of books. Wrappers are in excellent condition. Beautifully bound by Sangorski and Sutcliffe in 3/4 Deer skin with six compartments and five large bands to spines with blind stamped details wrapping around to covers. Binding and hinges are excellent, marbled end papers and paste downs. Pages are remarkably bright and clean, without marks and no foxing. Profusely illustrated throughout. Books measure 11"x8.75". First Edition. A beautiful set in excellent condition. Near Fine. Seller ID: 927 Subject: Fine Leather Bindings, History
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1919 Outline Of History H.G. Wells 1st Edition Bound by Sangorski&Sutcliffe 11"
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