c1780 The Bible in Miniature or a Concise History of the Old & New Testaments

Description

Illustrated, Leather Binding, Original Binding, Publishers' Original Binding

Miniature edition or thumb Bible, a genre that flourished particularly during the eighteenth century and continued well into the nineteenth century. With woodcuts throughout. The Holy Bible, or a concise history of the Old and New Testaments. An abridged children's Bible featuring key scenes and important messages. Printed by Elizabeth Newbery, a British bookseller and publisher, notably of children's books. Lacking title page, dated from the London Museum.