A scrapbook of newspaper cuttings 1800-1865 - pp160, 4to, (1...

A scrapbook of newspaper cuttings 1800-1865 - pp160, 4to, (12" x 8", 31 x 20cm). World news, human-interest and humorous articles, predominantly Regency era. Themes to include Waterloo and its immediate aftermath 1815 (p1-30); assassination of the British PM and Bellingham's subsequent trial and execution 1812 (p 31-38); death and funeral of Charlotte, Princess of Wales 1817 (p 38-53); Lord Camelford and Capt. Best's duel 1804 (p 102-103); Lord Nelson 1800-1805 (p 136-137); Emperor of Russia and King of Prussia's visit to England 1814 (p 139-149).

Estimate:£50

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