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Click here to see our other books! The Works of William Robertson William Robertson 1791 T. Cadell : London 10.5" by 8" [3], iv-x, 448; [3], 2-445, [31]; [7], x-xv, 394, [14]; [3], 2-479; [3], 2-456, [39]; [5], vi-xvii, [7], 492; [3], 2- 535, [20]; [3], vi-viii, 143, 26; [3], vi-xii, 364, [12pp] SUMMARY A rare collection of the complete works of the influential historian William Robertson, with his outstanding histories on Scotland, America, and India, illustrated with folding maps and fronitspiece. First Edition,Folding Maps,Illustrated,Leather Binding Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed This book weighs 20 KG when packed UK Postage: £ 4.49 US Postage: £ 89.99 EU Postage : £ 45.99 European Postage: £ 85.99 Asia Postage: £ 169.99 Worldwide Postage: £ 25.99 DESCRIPTION A complete collection of the works of the historian William Robertson. Robertson was a Scottish historian, a highly renowned Principal of the University of Edinburgh, and a significant figure in the Scottish Enlightenment. His works on the histories of Scotland, Spain, and Spanish America were significant contributions to the fields. His most notable work was his 'History of Scotland'. His histories, and his biography of Charles V, were a sublime look into the progress of European society. These works are important early histories, especially on America and India, with the author discussing the country, and Britain's relations with the countries. Containing; 'The History of Scotland During the Reigns of Queen Mary and of King James VI Till His Accession to the Crown of England', complete in two volumes. The twelfth edition of this work. Volume I illustrated with a frontispiece. 'The History of the Reign of the Emperor Charles V', complete in three volumes. The first edition of this work. Volume I illustrated with a frontispiece. Volume II illustrated with a frontispiece. Volume III illustrated with a frontispiece and one plate. Errata slip bound to the rear of Volume I. 'The History of America', complete in three volumes. Volumes I and II are second editions, Volume III is the first edition. 'Additions and Corrections to the Former Editions of Dr. Robertson's History of America' is bound with Volume III. Volume I illustrated with a folding map to the frontispiece, and one folding map. Volume II illustrated with a folding map to the frontispiece, one folding plate, and one folding map. 'A Historical Disquisition Concerning the Knowledge Which the Ancients Had of India', complete in one volume. The first edition of this work. Illustrated with a folding map to the frontispiece, and one folding map. CONDITION In a full diced calf binding. Externally, generally smart. Minor rubbing to the boards and spines. Some light marks to the boards. Light bumping to the head and tail of the spies and to the extremities. A little and even fading to the spines. Scored to the boards of Volume VIII. A couple of scores to the rear board of Volume VI. Front joint of Volume II is strained. Front hinge of Volume II is starting. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright with some spots. Bookseller's label to the verso to the front endpaper of Volume I. Folding map to Vol IX with a small closed tear to the gutter. Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed GLOSSARY OF TERMS Overall Condition (Dustwrapper condition rating is shown after that for the book itself, where a dustwrapper is present) Fine - Very well preserved copy showing very little wear Very Good Indeed - Only one or two minor faults, really a very attractive copy Very Good - Quite a wide term meaning no major faults but probably several smaller ones often expected given the age of the book, but still a respectable copy Good - Meaning not very good. Some more serious faults as will be described in the condition report under 'condition' Good Only - Meaning one or more faults that could really do with repair Fair - As with good only above but with other faults leaving a compromised copy even after repair Poor - Really bad and possibly seriously incomplete. We only sell books in this condition where their rarity or value makes them attractive none the less. Major defects will be described. GUARANTEE We offer a full money back guarantee on our descriptions. Please ask for details and conditions. We prefer PAYPAL. If you pay via PAYPAL we will post the item off the same or the next working day with the postage you have selected. Please note we cannot accept USD cheques