By David Hume, Rev. George Berkeley Mitchell
Complete Set: Hume’s History of England by George B. Mitchell (1816)
£225.00
A complete eight-volume set of Hume’s History of England, published in 1816 by J. Hatchard, bookseller to the Queen, London. This 1816 edition represents a refined adaptation of Hume’s original text by Rev. George Berkeley Mitchell, a chaplain to the Duke of York, intended for a family audience. It reflects the evolving tastes and moral sensibilities of the Regency period while preserving Hume’s commitment to historical accuracy. Originally authored by David Hume, this iconic work charts England’s history from the Roman invasion through to the 17th century, with omissions and alterations to make the text more suitable for younger readers and Christians. Each volume features firm bindings, light to moderate spotting and tanning, and retains its original leather and cloth binding.
By David Hume, Rev. George Berkeley Mitchell
Complete Set: Hume’s History of England by George B. Mitchell (1816)
£225.00
A complete eight-volume set of Hume’s History of England, published in 1816 by J. Hatchard, bookseller to the Queen, London. This 1816 edition represents a refined adaptation of Hume’s original text by Rev. George Berkeley Mitchell, a chaplain to the Duke of York, intended for a family audience. It reflects the evolving tastes and moral sensibilities of the Regency period while preserving Hume’s commitment to historical accuracy. Originally authored by David Hume, this iconic work charts England’s history from the Roman invasion through to the 17th century, with omissions and alterations to make the text more suitable for younger readers and Christians. Each volume features firm bindings, light to moderate spotting and tanning, and retains its original leather and cloth binding.
Format: Hardcover
Condition: Used (good)
Publisher: J. Hatchard
Year: 1816
Description
A complete eight-volume set of Hume’s History of England, published in 1816 by J. Hatchard, bookseller to the Queen, London.
This 1816 edition represents a refined adaptation of Hume’s original text by Rev. George Berkeley Mitchell, a chaplain to the Duke of York, intended for a family audience. It reflects the evolving tastes and moral sensibilities of the Regency period while preserving Hume’s commitment to historical accuracy.
Originally authored by David Hume, this iconic work charts England’s history from the Roman invasion through to the 17th century, with omissions and alterations to make the text more suitable for younger readers and Christians.
Each volume features firm bindings, light to moderate spotting and tanning, and retains its original leather and cloth binding.
Condition Report
The set is in good condition for its age. Below is a detailed assessment of each volume: 1. Volume I: 5-6cm crack to the spine cloth’s top right edge. Boards exhibit light marking, edge wear, and a 3cm tear to the front board’s cloth by the spine. Heavy spotting to the first 40 pages; light to moderate spotting and tanning thereafter. 2. Volume II: 1cm crack to the top left spine cloth edge. Boards have light discolouration on the front. Light to moderate spotting and tanning throughout. Latin stamp on the back of the title page. 3. Volume III: Moderate rubbing to the spine edges. Boards in good condition with light discolouration to the front. Light to moderate spotting and tanning throughout. Latin stamp on the back of the title page (present across most volumes). 4. Volume IV: Rubbing to the spine cloth. Boards lightly discoloured. Spotting on the first and last few pages; otherwise, light tanning throughout. 5. Volume V: 3cm crack to the top right spine cloth edge. Boards have some light marking and edge wear. Heavy tanning to the first few pages; light tanning throughout. 6. Volume VI: Slight crack to the top right spine cloth edge. Boards are marked lightly. Moderate tanning and spotting throughout. 7. Volume VII: Light discolouration to boards, rubbing to the spine cloth. Moderate tanning to the first few pages; light spotting throughout. 8. Volume VIII: 3cm crack to the top right spine cloth edge. Light tanning and minimal spotting throughout. General Condition Notes: All volumes feature firm bindings and clean pages. Spotting ranges from light to moderate and is intermittent throughout the set. Tanning varies between volumes, with some pages exhibiting light patina. Gutters are intact across all volumes. Boards are sturdy with light discolouration and minor marks consistent with age.