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Encyclopaedias
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1859 The Boy's Own Book: A Complete EncyclopediaLondon: 1859A charming illustrated encyclopaedia of the childhood pastimes of the young boys of the Victorian period. -
1825 Physikalisches WorterbuchLeipzig: 1825-45An extensive collection of this encyclopedia of the physical sciences by Johann Samuel Traugott Gehler, the original German edition.. -
c1900 2Vol Dizionario di Cultura UniversaleMilan: c1900An illustrated Italian encyclopedia of culture and language from the turn of the century. -
1945 A Concise Encyclopaedia of GastronomyLondon: 1945A fourth impression of this gastronomical encyclopaedia edited by André L. Simon, this volume regarding fish, internally bright and clean. -
1932 Notable Bristolians 1931-2Bristol: 1932A catalogue of prominent individuals in 1930s Bristol, with numerous contemporary photographic portraits. -
c1907 Encyclopedie des Ouvrages de DamesMulhouse: c1907An early twentieth century French guide to needlework, with illustrations and colour plates. -
1888 Le Costume HistoriqueParis: 1888A fantastic encyclopaedia of clothing around the world and through the ages by Auguste Racinet, complete in six volumes with five hundred plates. -
1928 Assorted Reference Works from Everyman's LibraryLondon: 1928A smart collection of atlas and dictionaries from the Everyman's Library, edited by Ernest Rhys and illustrated with maps. -
1961-1963 Capolavori Nei Secoli, Volumes I-VIIMilan: 1961-1963Seven volumes of this lavishly illustrated encyclopaedia of art throughout the centuries. -
1720 Dictionaire Historique et CritiqueRotterdam: 1720The most important work by Protestant philosopher Pierre Bayle. A historical and critical dictionary often noted as a forerunner of the Encyclopedists. -
1976 Scarne's Encyclopedia of GamesLondon: 1976An uncommon book club edition of Scarne's wonderful encyclopedia of games. An excellent copy in the unclipped dustwrapper. -
1888 A Cyclopaedia of Canadian Biography; Being Chiefly Men of the TimeToronto: 1888The first edition of this comprehensive collection of Canadian biographies, edited by George Maclean Rose. -
1825 An Encyclopaedia of AgricultureLondon: 1825An Encyclopaedia of Agriculture comprising detailed examinations of the agricultural structures and skills as well as the general history in all countries. -
1793 A Catalogue of Engraved British Portraits,from Egbert the Great to the present timeLondon: 1793A scarce edition of A Catalogue of Engraved British Portraits,from Egbert the Great to the present time by Henry Bromley. -
1759 The Universal Gazetteer: or, a Description of the Several Empires, KingdomsDublin: 1759The second edition of this extensive Irish gazetteer, illustrated with four large detailed folding maps. -
1868 Cyclopaedia of Useful ArtsLondon: 1868A profusely illustrated reference work by Charles Tomlinson. The 'Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts' regards manufacturing, mining and engineering. This three volume set is an early edition. -
1884 Dictionnaire Universel D'Histoire et de GeographieParis: 1884A popular dictionary of History and Geography, in French by the renowned Bouillet. -
c1860 FAITHS OF THE WORLD by James GARDNER J to MEdinburgh: c1860A comprehensive encyclopedia of the 'Faiths of the World' by James Gardner, copiously illustrated throughout. -
1790 Chronology Historian's Vade-Mecum Abridged John Trusler ScarceLondon: 1790A scarce copy of this interesting encyclopedia of important historical events, written by John Trusler. It is stated on the title page that this work was intended to set people right in conversation. -
1877 6vol The Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales John Wilson Coloured PlatesLondon: 1877A complete set of John Wilson's descriptive topographical dictionary of England and Wales, accompanied by illustrations. -
1897 2vols The Encyclopaedia of Sport Hedley Peek F G Aflalo IllustratedLondon: 1897A nineteenth century set of illustrated sporting encyclopaedia, featuring several plates by the notable artist, A. Thornburn. -
1906 Gustav Jaegar Health Culture Hygiene Educational Instructional PhysiologyLondon: 1906A revised, early 20th Century handbook concerning clothes hygiene by famed German naturalist Gustav Jaeger. -
1858 3Vol The English Cyclopaedia Charles Knight Cyclopaedia of BiographyLondon: 1858A six volume set of Charles Knight's 'Cyclopaedia of Biography', complete in three. -
1827 3vol Universal Geography or A Description of All The Parts of the WorldPhiladelphia: 1827Volumes I-III of this fascinating geographical work. -
1857 4vol Deakin Florigraphia Britannica Engravings Descriptions Ferns BritainLondon: 1857A relatively scarce complete set of Florigraphia Britannica; or, Engravings and Descriptions of the Flowering Plants and Ferns of Britain together with Ferns of Britain, and their Allies: Comprising Equisetaceae, Filicaceae, Lycopodiaceae, and Marsileacea -
1840 2 Vols ENCYCLOPEDIA of ANTIQUITIES ArchaeologyLondon: 1840The uncommon second edition of Fosbroke's impressive reference work, with splendid fold-out plates. -
1889 2vol Chamber's Cyclopaedia of English Literature Fourth Edition FrontispieceLondon: 1889A fascinating two volume set of this reference work regarding English Literature in a uniform leather binding. -
1975-1979 3Vol Obituaries from The Times 1951-1975 Frank C. RobertsReading: 1975 - 1979A set of contemporary dictionaries and reference works; being reprints of the obituaries which appeared in the The Times, from the years 1951 through to 1975. -
c1874 BEETONS Men Age Annals Time ScarceNone: c1874A scarce copy of Beeton's work on the most famous men and women of his time. -
1830-38 8 Vols Lardner's CABINET CYCLOPAEDIA First EdLondon : 1830 - 1838An Eight Volume set of Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopaedia. -
1882 2vols CHAMBERS Cyclopaedia ENGLISH LITERATURE illusLondon: 1882A beautifully bound copy of this popular nineteenth century reference work. -
1914-1920 4vols The Cambridge British Flora Volumes II and III Text and PlateCambridge: 1914-1920A comprehensive reference book on British plants, with over three-hundred and fifty illustrated plates. -
1901-03 3vol Chambers Cyclopaedia Of English Literature New Ed By David PatrickLondon : 1901-1903Chambers' Cyclopaedia of English Literature: Containing a history, critical and biographical of authors in the English tongue from the earliest times till the present day, together with specimens of their writing. -
1801 The Works of Sir William Jones Supplementary Volume I India InterestLondon: 1801A very scarce copy of one of the supplementary 1801 volumes to the valuable six-volume Works of Sir William Jones (1799 - London - Robinson). -
1900 3vol The Encyclopedia of Sport Earl of Suffolk Illustrated Standard EditionLondon: 1900An extensive encyclopedia of sporting activities from the Earl of Suffolk. -
c1925 3 vols LICENSED HOUSES Capper + PLATESLondon: c1925A three volume set, discussing pub and hotel management, illustrated throughout.