109 Set Of 1822 Dated British Poet Books

This is a collection of miniature books forming the 1822 British Poetical Library. Bound in full leather with gilt detailing, these antique volumes showcase a variety of poets and represent a charming piece of 19th-century literary history. A desirable item for collectors of miniature books and antique bindings, this set displays signs of age and wear consistent with its age.

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British Poetical Library – 1822

This is a collection of miniature books comprising the British Poetical Library, dating to 1822. The set features a variety of poets, each volume dedicated to a single author. The books are bound in full leather, with gilt detailing to the spines, and are remarkably small in size, designed for portability and fashionable display during the Regency and Victorian eras. The spines are clearly labelled with the poet’s name.

Condition and Collectibility

The books exhibit signs of age and use, consistent with their age of over two centuries. The leather bindings show wear, including scuffing, fading, and some instances of cracking. Some volumes may have loose or detached pages, and the paper is naturally toned and fragile. Despite these imperfections, this set represents a fascinating and increasingly rare example of early 19th-century book production, and would be of interest to collectors of miniature books, literary history, and antique bindings.

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