Royal and other historical letters illustrative of the reign of Henry III. from the originals in the Public Records Office. Selected and edited by the Rev. Walter Waddington Shirley.

London: Longman, [et. al.], 1862-1866. 2 volumes, royal 8vo; 1 folding facsimile in color; ex-library copy with usual markings, pages slightly browned, hinges slightly cracked, extremities and spines rubbed, top of spine on vol. II chipped away with small loss of title, covers scuffed, else a good, sound copy in contemporary quarter brown morocco gilt over black paper-covered boards. Spanning from 1216 to 1272, these letters reflect the conflicts between royal, ecclesiastical and constitutional power during Henry III's reign. Also included is information about Simon de Montfort and the affairs of France, especially the province of Gascony. Most of these 691 letters are printed for the first time; the majority are in Latin, and a few in French, with translations provided. Item #13819

Price: $200.00