The Genealogy of the Stewarts Refuted: In a Letter to Andrew Stuart, Esq. M.P. (1799) — Fine Gilt Calf Binding, Large Paper Copy

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Edité par Printed for Bell & Bradfute; and G.G. & J. Robinson, London, 1799, Edingburgh, 1799

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A substantial and finely bound late 18th-century work addressing one of the most sensitive subjects of British aristocratic history?the legitimacy and lineage of the House of Stewart.

This edition of The Genealogy of the Stewarts Refuted is presented in an elegant full calf binding, richly decorated with a gilt Greek key border to both boards and an attractively tooled spine. The binding has developed a warm, even patina, with visible signs of age and handling that enhance rather than detract from its character. The volume remains structurally sound and highly displayable.

Internally, the text is clean and well-preserved, printed on quality paper with generous margins, suggesting a superior or large-paper issue. The title page is crisp and clear, and the work opens in the form of a formal letter addressed to Andrew Stuart, engaging directly with contemporary genealogical claims and disputes.

Works of this nature sit at the intersection of scholarship, politics, and social prestige. In the late 18th century, genealogy was not merely academic?it carried legal, financial, and reputational consequences. This text represents a direct intervention in that discourse, challenging established narratives and asserting alternative interpretations of lineage.

Condition: Light toning and occasional spotting as expected; binding with rubbing, surface marks, and some wear to extremities; remains firm and attractive overall.

Bibliography;

ESTC records editions of this work printed in Edinburgh in 1799, confirming its place within late 18th-century genealogical and political literature.

Why This Matters;

Genealogical disputes in this period were far from trivial?they were tied to inheritance, legitimacy, and power. This work reflects the seriousness with which lineage was contested, particularly in relation to the Stewart dynasty, one of the most historically significant royal houses in Britain.

Beyond its textual importance, the physical presence of this volume?large format, refined binding, and strong margins?places it firmly in the category of books intended not just for reading, but for presentation and authority.

A compelling acquisition for collectors of:

British history
aristocratic genealogy
political and intellectual debate

Offered by Atlas Rare Books, specialists in rare and antiquarian books.

N° de réf. du vendeur ABE-1776001465470

Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: The Genealogy of the Stewarts Refuted: In a Letter to Andrew Stuart, Esq. M.P. (1799) ? Fine Gilt Calf Binding, Large Paper Copy
• Éditeur: Printed for Bell & Bradfute; and G.G. & J. Robinson, London, 1799, Edingburgh
• Date de parution: 1799
• Langue: anglais
• Reliure: Couverture rigide
• Édition: Edition originale
• État de l'article: Satisfaisant