HAYDN, Joseph.
A Dictionary of Dates relating to all ages and nations: for universal reference...
London, Edward Moxon and Co., 1860.
From the library of the Liberal MP Richard Fothergill (1822-1903). He was elected to the House of Commons in 1868 for the constituency of Merthyr Tydfil, following the expansion of the suffrage with the passing of the Second Reform Act the previous year.
Ninth edition; 8vo (22.5 x 14.5 cm); bookplate to front pastedown, minor spotting to title and fore-edge just incurring to margins of text; publisher's polished calf by Hayday, covers ruled in blind, gilt spine in 6 compartments, contrasting green morocco lettering-piece. edges sprinkled red, a little rubbed, very good; vii, [1], 752pp.
Stock code 119930
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A Dictionary of Dates
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