The Holy Bible in 2 Volumes Printed in 1811 / with notes by the Rev.John Styles / Illustrated with plates / Sussex Press, Lewes / Printed and sold by John Baxter in 1811 United Kindgom

Product Features

• 2 volume set of the Holy Bible printed in 1811
• Includes notes by Rev. John Styles
• Illustrated with plates
• Published by John Baxter in Lewes, Sussex, United Kingdom

Overview

This special 2 volume set of the Holy Bible was printed in 1811 in Lewes, Sussex by John Baxter. It contains the complete Old and New Testaments, along with the Apocrypha. The set features commentary and explanatory notes by the Reverend John Styles, as well as illustrated plates. The volumes are bound in fine mahogany calf leather with beautiful gold tooling and raised bands on the spine. A remarkable early 19th century printing of the scriptures.

Interesting Facts

• These volumes were printed using a manual press system that was state-of-the-art for the era
• The detailed notes and commentary by Rev. Styles provide valuable insight into early 19th century Anglican biblical interpretation
• The illustrated plates offer a visual depiction of key biblical scenes and moments that brings the scriptures to life

Key Details

• 2 volumes
• Full leather binding with gold tooling
• Printed in 1811 in Lewes, Sussex by John Baxter
• Notes and commentary by Rev. John Styles
• Illustrated with plates
• 4.5 inches tall