Of Distinguished Poets, Philosophers, Statesmen, Divines, Painters, Architects, Physicians, and Lawyers, since the Revival of Art; with their Biographies, arranged in chronological order. Originally published by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. In three imperial 8vo volumes, cloth, £3 3s., half morocco, £3 10s.
“The public are indebted for the unrivalled collection of Portraits contained in this work to a Society numbering among its members the most eminent dignitaries of the Church and the most illustrious men of the land. By their influence and liberality, the engraver has been permitted to copy the paintings of the most distinguished artists; and Portraits of genuine authenticity, executed in a style of masterly superiority, have been produced. When first issued, the cost of these volumes was such as to place them beyond the reach of any but the affluent; and a publication which ought to be found in the library of every gentleman became, in consequence, the possession of a select few. In the present edition, however, cheapness and excellence are combined,—for although the number of Engravings and Woodcuts remains undiminished, the work is published in a much improved form, at less than half its original price; and the Plates, having been preserved with extreme care, will be found equal in style and beauty to those which appeared under the superintendence of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge.”—Preface.
THE PICTORIAL HISTORY OF ENGLAND;
Being a History of the People, as well as of the Kingdom. By George L. Craik and Charles Macfarlane. With many Hundred Woodcuts, and One Hundred and Four Portraits engraved on steel. 8 vols. imperial 8vo, cloth lettered. Reduced price, £5.
“‘The Pictorial History of England,’ now before us, seems to be the very thing required by the popular taste of the present day, adding to the advantage of a clear historical narrative all the varied illustrations of which the subject is capable. After the fashion first introduced by Dr. Henry, the authors have divided their subjects into periods, the narrative of civil and military events in each being followed by chapters on the history of religion, the constitution and laws, the condition of the people, national industry, manners, and customs; and almost every page in the earlier volumes is enriched with appropriate woodcuts, generally of able execution—dresses, arms, industrious employments, sports, copied from illuminated manuscripts of the periods to which they belong—views of scenes rendered famous by historical events, taken from drawings or prints as near the period as could be obtained—ample illustrations of architecture and sculpture; portraits and fac-similes—and here and there cuts from historical pictures.”—Edinburgh Review.
THE HISTORY OF ENGLAND DURING THE THIRTY YEARS’ PEACE; 1816–1846;
With an Introduction to the Work, containing the History of England from 1800 to 1815. By Harriet Martineau. Illustrated with Sixteen Portraits, engraved on Steel. Three imperial 8vo volumes, cloth lettered, £2 2s.
THE PHYSICIAN’S HOLIDAY;
Or, a Month in Switzerland in the Summer of 1848. By John Forbes, M.D., F.R.S., Physician to Her Majesty’s Household. With a Map and Illustrations. Third edition, carefully revised; price 6s., cloth.
THE DORP AND THE VELDT;