Lives of the Apostles by David Francis Bacon

A nice, copy of the vintage 1836 leather hardcover book, " Lives of the Apostles" by David Francis Bacon, This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This is an 1836 edition of this important book, not a facsimile, copy or reproduction and since this book is so very highly regarded, you can own the original for yourself.  A great source of reseach material can be gained from this well-research work.  The Lives of the Apostles of Jesus Christ, drawn from the writings of the early Christian fathers, and embracing the New Testament history.  Illustrated with ample notes, historical, topographical and exegetical; with full references to authorities, containing a large amount of valuable matter, now translated into English from various ancient, and modern languages.  The whole comprising a critical and historical introduction to the New Testament; being the most complete work on the subject ever published, and presenting a most interesting and instructive series of narriatives and descriptions, not only for the learned but for common readers.  With numerous engravings.  A masterpiece of Biblical research.  650 pages with Expedited Shipping!

Condition Notes: Age wear with shelf wear, binding weak at back cover but otherwise strong and pages are overall clean with writing on the flyleaf and minimal writing if any elsewhere.  A very nice copy dated 1859 by an owner but appears to be a first edition.