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1927 The Story of Nell Gwyn and the Sayings of Charles the Second
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Illustrated, Leather Binding, Rebound
Eleanor Gwyn was an actress, celebrity figure of the Restoration period, known long-time mistress to King Charles II of England and Scotland. Peter Cunningham's biographical work traces the history of her life, with accounts of her mentions in the famed Samuel Pepys' diaries, her family life, the personal character of King Charles II, and more.
Featuring a folding reproduction of Hollar's 'View of London', and thirty-eight portraits and views from rare contemporary prints.
Harold A. Wernher's bookplate to front pastedown, British military officer.
Condition
Rebound in half morocco binding over cloth covered boards, with five raised bands, gilt tooling to spine. Externally smart with minor shelf wear, rubbing to spine and faint mark to rear board. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean. With numerous plates of illustrations, one folding view of London.
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