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Lot 149

CARADOC OF LLANCARFAN. The History of Wales.

Estimate: $100 - $200

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CARADOC OF LLANCARFAN (12th century). The History of Wales, Comprehending the Lives and Succession of the Princes of Wales, From Cadwalader...
Translated by Dr. Powell.

Publisher: M. Clark and R. Clavell, London. 1697.

8vo. Full leather bound, with raised spine and embossed borders.

Preface (34 pp., unnumbered), xxiii, with appendix and index (labeled "tabled), 398 pp.



H: 7 5/8 W: 4 5/8 D: 1 5/8 in.


Condition

Poor. Toning throughout. Ink inscriptions on flyleaves and interior boards. Tear on page 394. Edges have losses, bumping scuffing, and rubbing to covers and corners with significant losses. Ink inscriptions on flyleaves. Pages warped from humidity.

Ink inscription on page 329.

Signature on flyleaf:
"Rowland."

Signatures on title page: "Davis, M.D."

"Wm. Lloyd," possibly Bishop William Lloyd (1637-1710).

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.