The Holy Bible – 1812 | John Hewett Commentary, 120 Engravings, 3 Huge Volumes

The Holy Bible, containing the Old and the New Testament, and Apocrypha was published in London in 1812 in three huge volumes. Each volume features extensive notes and commentary by Hewlett, a known biblical editor of the early 19th century. The set includes 120 engraved plates, integrated across the biblical text and apocryphal books.

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Holy Bible, containing the Old and the New Testament, and Apocrypha: with critical, philological and explanatory notes
• Author(s): Holy Bible
• Illustrator(s):
• Contributor(s): John Hewlett (Editor)
• Publisher: London: Printed for Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Co.
• Edition: First edition, 1812
• Format: (4to), three-volume set
• Binding: Modern leather over cloth boards
• Size:  10.75 in x 8.75 in (27.3 cm x 22.2 cm)
• Collation: Unpaginated
• Illustrations: 120 engraved illustrations
• Contents Include:
  • Old Testament
  • New Testament
  • Apocrypha
  • Philological and Explanatory Notes
• Provenance: significant family records handwritten in the front – numerous families including Wilhelmina, Worthington, Abercrombie, etc.
• Reference(s): references

Condition:

Near Fine. Modern leather bindings with tight joints and minimal shelfwear. Text blocks are solid. Plates remain clear and intact. Pages show only mild age toning. No significant foxing or markings observed.

Why Collect This?

• Complete three-volume folio edition with all engravings
• Includes Apocrypha and critical notes

Item Number: # 29424