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Moral Heroism; or, the Trials and Triumphs of the Great and Good.

BALFOUR, Clara Lucas (1808-1878).

London: Houlston and Stoneman, 1848. [Moral Biography] FINELY BOUND SECOND EDITION. Octavo (17 x 11cm), pp.[2] viii; 366 [4]. Contemporary red full morocco, with gilt titles and decoration to spine, and very elaborate decoration in gilt and blind to boards. All edges gilt, with yellow-coated endpapers. Light general handling and a tobacco scent. Moderate wear to binding, with some toning to spine. Very good. A series of short biographies exemplifying a wide range of heroic Christian virtues. Item #60188

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