1686 1st ed Peterburgh Cathedral Simon Gunton Illustrated Monastics England

1686 1^st ed Peterburgh Cathedral Simon Gunton Illustrated Monastics England

 

Simon Gunton was an English clergyman who grew up in Peterborough Cathedral, where his father allowed him access to the Peterborough archives. He made notes and inscriptions about the monuments within the walls of the building, and after his death, his collections of writings were published as ‘History of the Church of Peterburgh’ by Simon Patrick. This book covers the historical monastics of the church along with fascinating illustrations of relics and church facades.

 

Item number: #2802

Price: $750

 

GUNTON, Simon

 

The history of the church of Peterburgh: wherein the most remarkable things concerning that place, from the first foundation thereof: with other passages of history, not unworthy publick view, are represented.

 

London : printed for Richard Chiswell …, 1686. First edition.

 

Details:

• Collation complete with all pages: [10], 348
  • 6 engravings throughout including 4 plates
• References: Wing G 2245; Upton 101; ESTC R 5107
• Language: English
• Binding: Leather; tight & secure
• Size: ~12in X 7.75in (30cm x 20cm)

 

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