1820 Bishop Burnet History of Reformation Church England 6 Vols For Sale

Rare and fascinating 1820 New Edition — Six-Volume Antique Set

Offered here is a substantial1820 New EditionofGilbert Burnet’sThe History of the Reformation of the Church of England, presented as asix-volume antique set.

This impressive historical work chronicles the religious and political events surrounding theEnglish Reformationand the development of the Church of England. Burnet’s history covers the major religious changes during the Tudor period, including the reigns ofHenry VIII, Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I.

This edition isembellished with 22 portraits and a frontispiece, making it especially appealing to collectors of antique books, English history, Tudor history, religious history, and historical portraiture.

• Author:Gilbert Burnet, Bishop of Salisbury

• Title:The History of the Reformation of the Church of England

• Publication Date:1820

• Format:Six Volumes

• Illustrations:22 Portraits + Reformation / Church of England / Tudor History / Religious History

Gilbert Burnet (1643–1715) was a prominent English historian, theologian, and Bishop of Salisbury. HisHistory of the Reformation of the Church of Englandis an important historical account of the religious transformation of England.

The work examines the separation of the English Church from Rome, religious changes under Henry VIII and Edward VI, the Catholic restoration under Mary I, and the establishment of the Elizabethan religious settlement.

Thesix-volume formatmakes this a substantial historical set, while the22 portraits and frontispieceprovide additional visual and collectible appeal.

PLEASE READ THE CONDITION DESCRIPTION AND REVIEW ALL PHOTOGRAPHS CAREFULLY.

These books date from1820and are approximately200 years old, so they naturally show signs of age and previous use.

The set has:

• Foxing and age-related spotting

• Age toning/discoloration to pages

• Wear and rubbing to bindings

• Ripping/damage to portions of the bindings

• Edge wear to some volumes

• Wear to corners and covers

• General signs of age and from volume to volume. Some bindings have more pronounced wear than others.

  Please examine all photographs carefully to see the actual condition of thebindings, covers, page edges, pages, portraits, and frontispiece. The photographs are an important part of this description.

  This is anantique 1820 set being sold in its existing condition, with genuine age, wear, foxing, and binding damage. It has not been represented as a newly restored or pristine set.

  🏛️ GREAT FOR COLLECTORS

  A wonderful addition to a collection of:

  • Antiquarian books

  • Early 19th-century books

  • British and English history

  • Tudor history

  • Church of England history

  • Protestant Reformation history

  • Religious and theological history

  • Historical biographies

  • Illustrated antique books

  • Engraved portraits and historical works

  The combination of1820 publication date, six volumes, 22 portraits, and a frontispiecemakes this a fascinating piece of history and an attractive addition to an antiquarian library.

  ABOUT THE SELLER

  I have been an seller since 2000, and acollector/treasure hunter since I was in elementary school. I love being able to rescue items that were destined for the trash heap and find new homes for them with people who will appreciate them.

  All reasonable offers will be considered!

  I do my best to describe my items as accurately as possible, but may miss details or make mistakes from time to time. However, if you are unsatisfied for any reason, please reach out to me so I can work to make things right.

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  20% of the sale of this item will be donated to a youth-serving organization.

  Thank you for your interest, and thank you for helping give an old piece of history a new home!

  
  

  LISTING NUMBER MI-- EB290