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Universal History of the World (8 volumes)


J. A. Hammerton (editor); J. Macaulay Trevelyan, J. H. Jeans, E. A. Gardner, Vere Gordon Childe, Stanley Cook et al.


The Amalgamated Press Ltd. 1930

Binding:  Hardback  |  Condition: Good  | 

Hefty, readable yet surprisingly scholarly history of the world from the earliest times to the present day, written by a host of historians. With numerous b/w images plus fold put maps and diagrams. Beginning with an astrophysical explanation of the universe written by the astronomer James Hopwood Jeans. Quarter faux leather with cloth boards. Gilt titling and reinforced hinges. Originally published in a magazine form, this bound set comes with clippings detailing the contributers. No date but c. 1930. Large 8vo. (245x170mm). Some markings and rubbing to some of the boards. Rubbing to edges. Mild tanning to page edges. But contents clean and tidy. Bindings tight. Good. *Due to size and weight extra shipping fees apply to overseas orders*

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