A familiar survey of the christian religion, and of history as connected with the introduction of christianity, and with its progress to the present time. Intended primarily for the use of young persons, of either sex, during the course of public or private education.
London.
Printed by A. Strahan, 1801.
Third edition, corrected.
8vo.
xv, [1], 542pp, [2]. With a terminal leaf of publisher's advertisements. Handsomely bound in contemporary gilt-tooled speckled calf, contrasting red and black morocco lettering-pieces. Lightly rubbed, spine sunned. Marbled endpapers, very occasional light spotting.
A history of Christianity intended for young people, penned by Thomas Gisborne (1758-1846), English poet and member of the abolitionist Clapham Sect. Gisborne, a scriptural geologist, was also known for his composition of hymns.
£ 75.00
Antiquates Ref: 32459
