1791 'Curious Hieroglyphics Bible for Children' - very rare

This title was first published in 1788 by Isaiah Thomas in Worcester, Massachusetts. Only 4 copies of that book are known to exist.

The book for sale here is a British imprint published in England by T. Hodgson 3 years later in 1791 and is a very rare item

Technically, we would say that this book is partially in rebus form (some words being replaced by pictures). The pictures would have been produced from woodcuts. The original woodcuts were produced by Alexander Anderson. The 1788 edition of this book was the first rebus version of the Bible in America and proved very popular in introducing children to Bible reading

There are 68 leaves plus the title page making 69 leaves in total

Condition: delicate

The original boards are present, but the spine is missing

The original binding cords are present 

The edges of the leaves are rubbed

The text block paper is gently toned 

This rare small book displays an aged patina and is in antiquarian condition 

Dimensions:

Width: 9cms

Depth: 1.5cms

Height:  14cms

Because of its size this item will be dispatched in a large box to reduce the chances of it going astray. Delivery is just to mainland UK. via Royal Mail (tracked 48 hour service). Postage is FREE. Personal collection from Buntingford (East Herts SG9) is most welcome

Please see my other items which are predominantly 18th and 19th century in date