Art, Gold & Silver, Primitives & Rare Books
Lot 261:
Description
Collection of seven antique 19th century Christian theological and devotional books including A Classification of the Essentials of the Christian Faith by T. Whyowell (London, 1838), Divine and Moral Songs for the Use of Children by Isaac Watts (London), Memoirs of Mrs. Hawkes by Catharine Cecil (Philadelphia), Extracts from the Letters of James Backhouse concerning his religious visit to Van Diemen’s Land and New South Wales (London), The Biblical Reason Why family guide to scripture readings (New York, Dick & Fitzgerald), and additional Christian instructional works such as Letters of Lady Friend and related devotional titles. The volumes feature period cloth bindings with gilt titles and decorations and contain occasional foxing, edge wear, and typical age-related toning. Overall a representative group of Victorian-era Christian theology, missionary literature, and religious instructional works reflecting 19th century Protestant thought and devotional practice.
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