The history of modern Europe with an account of the decline and fall of the Roman empire; and a view of the progress of society, from the rise of the modern kingdoms to the Peace of Paris in 1763, in a series of letters from a nobleman to his son … with a continuation to the death of the emperor Alexander of Russia, in 1825. By William Jones.
London: Thomas Tegg, J. Cumming, Dublin, 1829. First edition to include Jones' continuation, 10 volumes, 12mo, vignette title-p. in each volume; contemporary full polished tan calf, heavily gilt spines with red morocco labels. A fine, bright set. Russell's work originally appeared anonymously in 2 volumes in 1779 and it was later expanded into 5 volumes by 1786. The Rev. Coote brought it to 6 volumes in 1827, and Jones to 10 volumes two years later. Item #24375
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