The Land of Bondage; Its Ancient Monuments and Present Condition: being the Journal of a Tour in Egypt
New York: D. Appelton and Company, 1852. Hardcover. xix, 190p. Contemporary blind stamped calf with marbled end papers and gilt fore edge. Complete with 28 full page engravings, including the Panorama sometimes missing. The author Rev. J. M. Wainwright (1792-1854) was a provisional Episcopal Bishop of New York. The Christian Examiner vol 52 p159 "The exquisite illustrations of the topography and antiquities of Egypt, in abundant engravings, contribute to enrich this volume. We commend it in the highest terms as a gift book that is sure to gratify the heart and the eye, and to improve the mind". Some rubbing along the hinges, edges and headband. Internally clean. Very Good. Item #7222
4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall.
Price: $225.00