This set of antique linen covered Samuel Pepys books, volumes one and two, are perfect for the Anglophile on your gift list. A beautiful set featuring pale green/grey linen embossed covers with gilded lettering on the spine. The interior features decorative pages. Published by J.M Dent & Sons and E.P Dutton.
Samuel Pepys was an English writer and politician famous for his diary which depicted events such as The Great Plaque and The Great Fire of London in the 17th Century. It offers a detailed glimpse into daily life into a transformative period in English history.
These are a lovely addition to an antique book collection or as decorative items for styling.
