MEMOIRS OF MRS. FITZHERBERT: Cosway Style Binding, Extra illustrated 30 added plates 10 in colour
by Langdale, Charles
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MEMOIRS OF MRS. FITZHERBERT
By Langdale, Charles
Published by Richard Bentley, London, 1856
Cosway Style Binding, Extra illustrated 30 added plates 10 in colour
Memoirs of Mrs. Fitzherbert by Charles Langdale, London, 1856 with extra illustrations in full red levant, octavo, lavish gilt decoration. All edges gilt with two miniature portraits on Ivory of Mrs. Fitzherbert on the front cover and H.R.H. George IV on the back cover. Moiré silk ends and red cloth slipcase. Signed on inside of the front cover lower turn-inn Bayntun Binders, Bath England. William George Weld bookplate. Provenance: Weld family library.
"Memoirs of Mrs. Fitzherbert" by Charles Langdale, published in London in 1856, is a notable work that delves into the life and experiences of Maria Fitzherbert. Maria Anne Fitzherbert was a prominent figure in British history, known for her connection to King George IV. The book sheds light on the fascinating and controversial relationship between Maria Fitzherbert and the future King George IV, exploring the complexities of their clandestine marriage. Charles Langdale, the author, provides insights into the political and social landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, offering a glimpse into the challenges and intrigues faced by Maria Fitzherbert as the secret wife of a future monarch. The narrative likely unfolds through a combination of historical documentation, personal letters, and Langdale's own commentary, creating a vivid portrayal of the events and characters involved.
This rare book is not only a historical account but also a window into the personal life of Mrs. Fitzherbert, capturing the spirit of the times and the intricacies of her relationship with the Prince of Wales. The memoirs provide readers with a deeper understanding of the societal norms, political pressures, and personal sacrifices that characterized this unique chapter in British history.
Item ID#0579.
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- E. C. Rare Books [ABA / ABAC] (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 0579
- Title
- MEMOIRS OF MRS. FITZHERBERT
- Author
- Langdale, Charles
- Format/Binding
- COSWAY STYLE (BAYNTUN-RIVIERE)
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Richard Bentley,
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1856
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Keywords
- COSWAY STYLE
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