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[Chambers' Encyclopaedia.]

[Chambers' Encyclopaedia.]

Chambers' Encyclopaedia, a dictionary of universal knowledge for the people. Illustrated with maps and numerous wood engravings. Revised edition.

CHAMBERS' ENCYCLOPAEDIA
London & Edinburgh: W. & R. Chambers, 1884.
10 vols., 4to (10" tall). Half calf. Gilt raised bands, fine panels, twin red and green labels and armorial bookplate.
A beautifully bound set. Chambers' Encyclopaedia was based on the celebrated German Conversations-Lexicon, although with a far greater emphasis on British history and biography, as well as use of illustrative engravings and maps. This edition included revised and updated articles, which the publishers felt necessary following the completion of the first edition in 1868.
£700.00

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