9781023722513 - A Catalogue of the Valuable Library of Thomas James Mathias, Esq., Removed From His Late Official Residence von Evans, Robert Harding; Mathias, Thomas James (1 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is a catalogue detailing the library of Thomas James Mathias, Esq., a prominent figure of his time. The catalogue, compiled in anticipation of an auction by Mr. Eva, lists an impressive collection of books, reflecting Mathias's diverse intellectual interests. Included are classics from antiquity, works of theology, historical accounts, narratives of voyages and travels, and examples of belles-lettres. This catalogue, titled 'A Catalogue of the Valuable Library of Thomas James Mathias, Esq., Removed From His Late Official Residence', provides insight into the literary tastes and intellectual pursuits of a distinguished individual in the early 19th century and offers a glimpse into the world of book collecting and scholarly libraries of the period.