The British Inheritance: A Treasury of Historic Documents
Hallam, Elizabeth; Prescott, Andrew
Language: English
Published by University of California Press, 1999
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Condition: Used - Fine
£ 5.65
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketItem description from seller
1st printing with number 1 in line. Fine and bright with no wear or markings in a very good plus dj showing light wear.
Seller Inventory # 053114
- Title
- The British Inheritance: A Treasury of Historic Documents
- Author
- Hallam, Elizabeth; Prescott, Andrew
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Publication year
- 1999
- Condition
- Fine
- Dust jacket
- VG Jacket
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0520224701
- ISBN 13
- 9780520224704
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Dimensions
- Folio - over 12 - 15" tall
Britain's 1000-year prominence on the international stage endures. Posterity owes the English language (spoken now by more than half the world's population) a tradition of democratic freedom, governmental and legal systems which have been adapted in many countries, and world figures in science, literature, and the arts. The "British Inheritance" is shared not just by the peoples of the UK but also by those of many lands--the U.S.A., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, and India--which were once its colonies and are now its allies and partners.
Britain's rich historical heritage is evident in the great archive and manuscript collections found in such institutions as the Public Record Office, British Library, National Library of Scotland, Scottish Record Office, and National Library of Wales. From King Arthur, Alfred the Great, and William the Conqueror to the end of the Empire, swinging England of the 1960s, and the multicultural Britain of the '90s, this volume displays, in chronological order, key documents which illuminate defining moments in British history. The documents are accompanied by lively commentaries by experts and curators, placing the material in context and explaining its significance. Alongside such major treasures as the Domesday Book and Magna Carta are many less-well-known but nonetheless fascinating items such as Oscar Wilde's calling card and the last letter of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Superbly illustrated in color throughout, with a brief introduction, this authoritative and accessible book will appeal to anyone with an interest in history, politics, and culture.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Elizabeth Hallam is Director of Public Services at the Public Record Office. She is the author of numerous best-selling books, includingThe Domesday Book through Nine Centuries; The Plantagenet Chronicles; Chronicles of the Crusades; Gods and Goddesses;and Saints.
Andrew Prescott is Curator of Western Manuscripts at the British Library and author ofEnglish Historical Documents.
"About the title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Item | 5 to 10 business days | 3 to 6 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | £ 4.91 | £ 9.45 |
Payment methods
- Check
- Money Order
- Paypal
Store description
private stock - by appointments
Specialty
Rare, old, out-of-print, first editions, autographed, americana, documents, letters, early imprints, unusualSeller's business information
Jeff Stark
CA, U.S.A.
Terms of sale
We are a privately owned business. The sole owner is Jeff Stark conducting an internet business and sometimes private showings from the address 25519 Eaton Street Barstow, Ca. 92311. If you have futher questions you may email or phone us.
Right of withdrawal
If you are a consumer you can withdraw from the contract in accordance with the following. Consumer means any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside his trade, business, craft or profession.
Information regarding the right of withdrawal
Statutory right to withdraw
You have the right to withdraw from this contract within 14 days without giving any reason.
The withdrawal period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you acquire, or a third party other than the carrier and indicated by you acquires, physical possession of the last good or the last lot or piece.
To exercise the right of withdrawal, electronically fill in and submit a clear statement on our website, under "My Purchases" in "My Account". We will communicate to you an acknowledgement of receipt of such a withdrawal on a durable medium (e.g. by e-mail) without delay.
To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.
Effects of withdrawal
If you withdraw from this contract, we will reimburse to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us).
We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied, if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.
We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract.
We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.
We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back, or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest.
You shall send back the goods or hand them over to Jeff Stark, Barstow, California, U.S.A., without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your withdrawal from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired. You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.
Exceptions to the right of withdrawal
The right of withdrawal does not apply to:
- The delivery of newspapers, journals or magazines with the exception of subscription contracts; and
- The supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (e.g. on a CD or DVD) if you accepted when you placed your order that we could start to deliver it, and that you could not withdraw once delivery had started.
Shipping terms
Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.