Local Gleanings Relating to Lancashire and Cheshire (Vols. I & II), J. P. Earwaker

£180.00

Local Gleanings Relating to Lancashire and Cheshire (Vols. I & II), J. P. Earwaker

Name: Local Gleanings Relating to Lancashire and Cheshire (Vols. I & II), J. P. Earwaker
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Publication: Manchester, J. E. Cornish & Thos. J. Day; Warrington, P. Pearse, 1875–1878

Formatting: 4to, 2 vols., pp. [iv], 282; [iv], 308.

Condition Report: Very Good. The two volumes are tightly bound in their original dark green pebbled cloth, exhibiting moderate rubbing to the extremities and slight bumping to the corners, typical of a set of this age. The spine hinges remain entirely firm and uncracked, with the gilt titling nicely preserved and unoxidised, though white institutional classification numbers are painted at the base of each spine. Internally, the text blocks are largely clean and bright, save for expected mild age-toning and intermittent light foxing, primarily restricted to the endpapers and preliminary leaves. Notably, there are discreet institutional stamps from the "Hope Hall School Library" on the terminal leaves, alongside corresponding handwritten accession and class numbers, but these do not detract significantly from the overall handsome presentation of this scarce set.

Catalogue Note: The scarce first edition thus of Local Gleanings, strictly limited to a printing of only 250 copies, as proudly stated on the upper left corner of both title pages. Originally published as serialized columns in the Manchester Courier, this work was subsequently revised, corrected, and collected into these handsome standalone volumes by the esteemed antiquarian J. P. Earwaker.

Volume I is notably adorned with a striking woodcut frontispiece portrait, adding a layer of visual appeal to the exhaustive local history within. The set bears the institutional provenance of the Hope Hall School Library, evidenced by neat, historically relevant stamps on the rear index and errata pages, offering a charming glimpse into the volumes' educational past. Complete two-volume sets of this limited printing are increasingly uncommon on the open market, particularly in their original, un-rebacked bindings.

A treasure trove of regional British history, Local Gleanings Relating to Lancashire and Cheshire offers a fascinating, microscopic look at the genealogical, archaeological, and social heritage of the North West. Edited by the revered antiquarian J. P. Earwaker, these volumes collect and refine a wealth of articles originally serialized in the Manchester Courier during the late 1870s. From deep-dives into prominent local families to the unearthing of regional folklore and forgotten architectural marvels, this limited-edition set remains an indispensable primary resource for historians, genealogists, and passionate Lancastrians or Cheshiremen looking to connect with the storied past of their counties.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: J. P. Earwaker (Editor)

Book Publisher: J. E. Cornish; Thos. J. Day; P. Pearse

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Antiquarian

Genre: History

Book edition: First Edition and Limited Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 590

Book Publication Year: 1875

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover (Pebbled Cloth)

Illustrator: Unknown (Woodcut Frontispiece)

Book Series: Local Gleanings

Country/region of manufacture: Manchester, United Kingdom

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