THE SCOTTISH CHIEFS, A Romance (3 volume set, complete)

Porter, Jane

Published by Philip H. Nicklin, Baltimore, 1812

About this Item

12mo - over 6¾ - 7¾" tall. 1812 edition. 3 volume set, complete. A Good set. 12mo., [Vol.1] v, 297; [Vol.2] 295; [Vol.3] 260 pp. Uniformly bound in full period calf with title and decorative design on the spine in gilt. Pinkish bubble marbled end papers. Boards moderately rubbed, particularly the joints. The spines are a bit dry and cracking. Hinges/joints tender. Previous owner's name on the title page. Text pages age-toned, with an occasional tear in the fore-edge. A Good set. *** A romantic work of fiction, Miss Porter's The Scottish Chiefs is considered one of the earliest examples of historical fiction. Set in the Scottish Wars of Independence, it features such historical figures as William Wallace, Moray and King Edward I (Edward Longshanks or The Hammer of the Scots). Very popular upon its release, it went through several printings and publisher's in both England and America. Napoleon banned the French version from being sold in France. This early 1812 edition was published on the eve of War with England. ***.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: THE SCOTTISH CHIEFS, A Romance (3 volume set, complete)
• Publisher: Philip H. Nicklin, Baltimore
• Publication Date: 1812
• Binding: Leather
• Condition: Good