April 12, 2024
The Works of Laurence Sterne 4 Vol Set 1819 Full Leather Religion Sermons Rare
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The Works of Laurence Sterne 4 Vol Set 1819 Full Leather Religion Sermons Rare Subtitle Title and Info: The Works of Laurence Sterne, In Four Volumes. With A Life of the Author, Written by Himself. [Four Volumes, Complete Set]. London, 1819.Condition and Description: Very Good + full leather (calf), smooth to the touch, with light shelf wear; light scuffs and some nicks here and there. Five raised hubs on the spine. Gilt lettering and gilt borders on the covers. Sturdy hinges and gutters, light foxing. Handsome set, and a must have for those who collect Religious books.Biography of Laurence Sterne (From Wikipedia):Laurence Sterne (24 November 1713 - 18 March 1768) was an Anglo-Irish novelist and an Anglican clergyman. He is best known for his novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman and A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy ; but he also published many sermons , wrote memoirs, and was involved in local politics. Sterne died in London after years of fighting consumption .Sterne was ordained as a deacon in March 1737 and as a priest in August 1738. Shortly thereafter Sterne was awarded the vicarship living of Sutton-on-the-Forest in Yorkshire. Sterne married Elizabeth Lumley in 1741. Both were ill with consumption. In 1743, he was presented to the neighbouring living of Stillington by Rev. Richard Levett
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