Secretary to the Admiralty in the reign of Charles II and James II. Deciphered by Rev. J. Smith, A.M. from the original shorthand manuscript. Life and notes by Richard, Lord Braybrooke.

With four portraits on steel, tissue cover, in four volumes, fourth edition. David McKay, Publisher 610 South Washington Square, Philadelphia

This edition is printed in octavo form, condensed to 4 volumes, unabridged. Fresh notes, new illustrations, and letters before unpublished are newly included by Lord Braybrooke. Extensive research by John Holmes to verify accuracy of information.

Four volumes in dark cloth covered boards in good condition. Probably late 19th century printing.

Samuel Pepys (1633-1703) was the next door neighbor and secret rival of Sir William Penn (1621 -1670) English Admiral to King Charles II and father of William Penn.

Samuel Pepys kept a diary from 1660-1670 recounting his daily life and eyewitness accounts of major historical events, including The Great Plague and Great Fire of London. Pepys provides revealing details of Sir William’s personal conduct as well as acid observations about his family. Pepys was an English Naval Administrator and member of Parliament. Having never been to sea and possessing fragile health, his animosity may well have been fueled due to jealousy over Sir William’s naval exploits.

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A Message of the President of the United States to Congress, Relative to France and Great Britain: Delivered December 5, 1793 with the papers therein referred to. Published by Order of the House of Representatives. Philadelphia. Printed for Matthew Carey, No. 118 Market Street. October 24, 1795. Price 87 ½ Cents. First edition, first printing.

An amazing compilation of letters pertaining to the fledgling United States by various authors, including George Washington , Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, Richard Stockton, and more. An invaluable resource to early American research and a rare prize for the avid collector.

Condition Very good condition, 8vo, guilt ruled spine, red morocco spine label, scuffed, joint and extremities occasionally rubbed, bottom fore edge corner of back cover worn away, some staining to end papers, scattered light internal foxing. Early owner, Samuel Oliver signature on title page and front paste down. The Genet Affair Variant issue with title enclosed in ornamental border and price given below imprint, 87 ½ cents

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An Inquiry into the Evidence Relating to the Charges brought by Lord MaCauley against William Penn, John Paget, Esquire, Edinburgh, W. Blackwood and Sons, 1858.

Lord MaCauley’s inconsistent portrayal of William Penn’s character aroused the curiosity of John Paget and caused him to examine the evidence presented against him by the Lord. 138 pages.

Condition: good. Original brown cloth, spine gilt, some chipping to spine and joints.

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The Trial of William Penn and William Mead at the Old Bailey, 1670, London, Headly Brothers [1908].

Reprinted for the Penn, Mead, and Jury commemoration committee, from the original 4to, issued in the year 1670.

This is a copy of the trial transcript of William Penn and William Mead in 1670 in London. Penn and Mead, both Quakers, were charged for unlawful assembly. The jury decided to acquit, but the judge sent them back, demanding a decision.

Condition: ¾ brown morocco and marbled boards; slightly scuffed, joints and extremities rubbed.

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The Penn Country of Buckinghamshire, the Penn Country Branch of the Council for the Preservation of Rural England (various authors), London, ca. 1932.

This book is a collection of essays by various authors. Titles include “An Outline of Our Heritage”, “Roads, Footpaths, and Old Ways”, “The Quakers”, “‘The Poets of Penn Country” and “Pennsylvania”. The book includes many black and white photographs and some illustrations. 128 pages.

Condition: good. Stiff wrappers (soft cover), illustrated color cover label, some edge wear, photos, plates and illustrations.

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Memoirs of the Public & Private life of William Penn, Volume 1, Thomas Clarkson, London, 1849. This book was first printed in 1813. Clarkson gives a detailed account of Penn’s life and circumstances influencing his decisions as Pennsylvania’s founding father. History enthusiasts will appreciate his handling of many topics in chronological order. The author traces Penn’s ancestry, early life and education, travels, involvement with prevention of religious persecution, management of land settlements in East and West Jersey and more. The Philadelphia map, which has a slight tear, shows the grid of the city from Columbia Avenue south to Jackson Street and from the Delaware River west to the Schuylkill River. The map includes Logan Square, Rittenhouse Square, Washington square, and Franklin Square. The map also includes Fairmount Waterworks, the State Penitentiary, US Naval Asylum, Navy Yard, Southwark Railroad and Columbia Railroad. The map of Pennsylvania /New Jersey shows railroads and canals.

The frontis depicts Penn signing the treaty with Indians. Also included are two folding maps of Philadelphia & Pennsylvania/New Jersey.

Condition:The cover is 1/4 calf and cloth with a morocco spine label. The joints and corners show rub wear. The Philadelphia map has a small tear. Scattered spotting throughout the book.

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Memoirs of the Private & Public life of William Penn, Volume 2, Thomas Clarkson, Philadelphia, 1814, Bradford and Inskeep, No. 4 South Third Street, Kimber and Conrad , 93 Market Street and Edward Parker, 178 Market Street, first edition.

Clarkson gives a detailed account of Penn’s life and circumstances influencing his decisions as Pennsylvania’s founding father. History enthusiasts will appreciate his handling of many topics in chronological order. The author traces Penn’s ancestry, early life and education, travels, involvement with prevention of religious persecution, management of land settlements in East and West Jersey and more.

The frontis depicts Penn signing the treaty with Indians. Also included are two folding maps of Philadelphia & Pennsylvania/New Jersey.

Condition: very good. Original leather cover, red label on spine, spine worn at top and bottom, covers intact, scattered light foxing.

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The Charter of Liberties from William Penn to the Freemen of the Province of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, 1909. Gilt lettered and decorated black cloth, Illustration of young Penn in suit of armor.

In 1861, Stanley Henkels was reading an old English country newspaper. He noticed a paragraph describing a rare Penn Charter to Pennsylvania in the possession of an old Quaker man who intended to send it to Pennsylvania for sale. Due to the Civil War, the man never completed the sale. Stanley Henkels pursued the matter. This book tells the story of Henkels’ adventure and how he tracked down this important document. The book also contains a copy of Penn’s original Charter of Liberties for Pennsylvania. This famous charter grants to the province the right to choose a Governor and a Provincial Council or Legislature—the same form of government in place today. 23 pages.

Condition: Very good. The cover edges are slightly scuffed. The front free end paper is stamped “LIBRARY The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company”.

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The Quaker A Study in Costume by Amelia Mott Gummere, Philadelphia, Ferris and Leach, 1901. First edition,

The authority on Quaker dress, this volume contains numerous illustrations with tissue inserts. It's especially useful for authentic representation of the Quaker lifestyle. As the author wrote each description, she either had the garment in her possession, or she interviewed someone with first-hand experience with it.

Condition: very good. ½ suede and boards, paper spine label, slightly scuffed. Plates ( 2 sprung)

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The Life of William Penn with a sketch of the Early History of Pennsylvania, John Frost, Philadelphia, 1839. First edition.

A useful book for scholars or collectors. The book provides detailed accounts of William Penn’s early settlement of Pennsylvania.

Condition: Rubbed and worn, cover detached. Frontis., wood engraved text illustration, scattered light to moderate foxing. Other illustrations include woodcuts of Penn’s treaty with the Indians, Penn’s interview with Lord Baltimore.

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