 Pearson, The Rev. John Norman: The Whole Works of the Most Reverend Father in God, Robert Leighton, D.D. Archbishop of Glasgow. To which is prefixed a life of the Author. , London: Henry G. Bohn, 1859.Vol II only, of two vols. vi+673 pp. In a contemporary polished calf binding, six panelled spine with raised bands, decorative gilt panels , gilt lining, both original spine labels, blindstamped lining to board margins, marbled endpapers and foreedges. In very tight bright clean condition. Contents include Meditations critical and practical on psalm iv, xxxii, cxxx. a fragment on psalm viii, Expository lectures on psalm xxxix, Isaiah vi, Rom. xii, Lectures on the first nine chapters of St Matthew's gospel, 33 sermons, Expositions, Theological lectures, and Exhortations. Leighton, 1611-1684, was a noted Scottish prelate and scholar. He was Bishop of Dunblane, Archbishop of Glasgow, and Principal of Edinburgh University. He was noted for Christian piety, humility, gentleness and devotion to his calling. He was referred to as "Scotland's Apostle of Peace". His library and papers form the Leighton Library at Dunblane. (Book ref. 13429 ) £ 55.00 The payment methods accepted by the seller, Saintfield Antiques & Fine Books , are shown in the right-hand column. |
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