{"product_id":"british-history-reference-set-the-historians-history-of-the-world-vol-xviii-and-xix-1907-henry-smith","title":"British History Reference Set — The Historians’ History of the World Vol. XVIII and XIX 1907 — Henry Smith Williams | England to 1485 and England 1485-1642, British History","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eA handsome two-volume \u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eBritish History\u003c\/strong\u003e set from \u003cstrong data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eThe Historians’ History of the World\u003c\/strong\u003e, focused entirely on England and arranged by era for readers building the series by topic. Volume XVIII covers \u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eEngland to 1485\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Volume XIX continues with \u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eEngland 1485-1642\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a strong shelf pair for Tudor and early Stuart history. These substantial 1907 hardcovers are packed with text, illustrations, maps, and diagrams, giving readers both narrative sweep and useful visual material. Photo-verified and ready for study or display, this pair has the warm golden cloth look that makes old reference sets so satisfying to own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two hardcover history reference volumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 7 x 2 inches each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloth over boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden tan cloth with black spine decoration and gilt page edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eOrigin or Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e The History Association, London and New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eYear or Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1907\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eGENRE:\u003c\/strong\u003e British History\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eLanguage \/ Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English \/ 643 pages each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eIdentifiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vol. XVIII England to 1485; Vol. XIX England 1485-1642\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eEdition \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1907 bundle volumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eIllustrations\/Maps\/Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustrated plates, maps, diagrams, in-text illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching cloth bindings, decorative spine design, gilt page edges, topic-based pair from a larger multi-volume history set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eCondition Grade: Very Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003ePositives:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eMatching volumes with attractive cloth bindings and strong shelf presence. Spines remain clear and readable. Interiors appear clean and bright with solid text blocks. Gilt page edges remain striking. A substantial, display-worthy pair for readers, collectors, or decorators who love old reference books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eIssues \/ Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eVolume XVIII has a visible stain on the front cover. Light rubbing and general shelf wear to cloth. Minor marks and scuffs to gilt edges. Light corner and edge wear from age and handling. No major structural damage visible in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eSee all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003eNear Fine: minimal wear; clean.\u003cbr data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003eVery Good: light wear; clean; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eGood: noticeable wear.\u003cbr data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003eFair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eProvenance \u0026amp; Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003eFrom \u003cstrong data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eThe Historians’ History of the World\u003c\/strong\u003e, offered here as a topic-based pair from a larger set. This lot is ideal for buyers who want to build the series by subject rather than chase all volumes at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003eAbout the Author: Henry Smith Williams\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eHenry Smith Williams was an American physician and editor whose name is closely associated with this sweeping early 20th-century reference series. These England volumes gather political history, royal biography, conflict, religion, and cultural change into a broad, readable survey that rewards both browsing and deep study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003eA pair like this looks right at home in the study of someone who actually reads their history books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShelf-worthy vintage finds you can trust. 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While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003cbr data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3841\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3614\" data-start=\"3594\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. 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