Auction Vintage Books, Maps some Autographed
Lot 383:
Description
Encyclopaedia Britannica 11th edition. Published in 29 volumes 1910-1911. These 29 volumes are contained in 16 volumes, several of the volumes containing 2 volumes, making 16 volumes for the full set. This 11th edition of Britannica is widely regarded as a high watermark, beautifully written for a wide audience, with the most elegant descriptions of Napoleonic campaigns, The Nervous System, and newspapers. The entry for Negro has crude observations, far too odious to repeat here. Of all the editions of Britannica, this magnificent edition, with all coloured maps and plans is the only edition other than the 1st edition, thought to be truly collectible. All 16 volumes matching and in fine condition. beautiful watermark. In publisher’s quarter leather bindings, titled in gilt with top edge pages in gilt. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99
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