This biography chronicles the lives of notable people from the English county of Devon. Author John Prince pays tribute to Devon’s most famous historical figures, highlighting their virtues and accomplishments in various fields including religion, politics, science, philosophy, military, arts and literature. Spanning from the county’s ancient origins to the early 18th century, the biographies recognize both men and women who left their mark on Devon and English history at large. By compiling these inspiring tales of scholars, warriors, physicians, and pioneers who exemplified integrity and virtue, Prince creates a valuable record of local history and commemorates the shire’s most illustrious sons and daughters for future generations.
Danmonii Orientales Illustres: or, the Worthies of Devon by John Prince c1810
Title: Danmonii Orientales Illustres: or, the Worthies of Devon. A Work, Wherein the Lives and Fortunes of the most Famous Divines, Statesmen, Swordsmen, physicians, Writers, and other Eminent Persons
Author: John Prince
Publisher : Rees & Curtis
Publication 1810
Format: Hardback / LeatherCondition: Brown cloth covers with brown leather to spine and corners. Some scuffing to spine and very slight fading to covers. Pages are rough cut with no ink or pencil marks. Light tanning and foxing throughout. Some portrait plates throughout and portrait of Sir Bevil Grenville to frontispiece. List of Coats of Arms to rear. Marbled endpapers. Library sticker to front but name has been rubbed so can't identify who's library this originated from. A Rare copy of this historically biographical book.
Book measures: 29.5cm x 23cm with 775 pages