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Group lot of antique and vintage religious, historical, and literary books including a large Holy Bible and several late 19th to early 20th century volumes. The lot features embossed decorative cloth bindings and leather-bound examples typical of Victorian and early American publishing. Titles include religious devotionals, literature anthologies, and educational history texts.
Such mixed book lots often appeal to collectors of antique bindings, decorative Victorian-era books, and religious publications. Works by publishers such as A.S. Barnes & Co. were widely used in American schools during the late 1800s, while devotional titles like My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers remain well-known Christian inspirational works.
Key Details
• Maker / Publisher: Various including A.S. Barnes & Co. and others
• Material: Clothbound, leatherbound, and hardcover books
• Style / Theme: Religious texts, devotional literature, American and English history
• Components Included:
- Holy Bible – New American Bible, Saint Joseph Edition
- My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers
- Barnes’s School History of the United States
- English & American Literature – Shaw’s New History Revised Edition
- Child’s History of England – Alta Edition
- Additional antique volumes (see photographs)
Condition
Mixed condition consistent with age and use. Some books show significant wear including loose or damaged spines, edge wear, cover scuffing, and age toning. The Bible and devotional book appear in comparatively better condition. Sold as a group as found. See photographs for details.
An interesting assortment for collectors of antique books, decorative Victorian bindings, religious texts, and historical educational publications.