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Click here to see our other books! The Greville Memoirs Charles C. F. Greville; Henry Reeve 1875-87 Longmans, Green, and Co : London 9" by 6" xvii, [1], 424; ix, [1], 384; x, 432; xxiii, [1], 406; x, 435; x, 513; xiii, [1], 315; ix, [1], 326pp SUMMARY A first edition set of Greville's monumental series of journals, an in-depth look at the reigns of three monarchs. First Edition,Leather Binding Overall Condition: Very Good This book weighs 10 KG when packed UK Postage: £ 4.49 US Postage: £ 68.99 EU Postage : £ 36.99 European Postage: £ 65.99 Asia Postage: £ 129.99 Worldwide Postage: £ 229.99 DESCRIPTION The fifth edition of Volumes I, II, and III, the first edition of Volumes IV to VIII. Complete in eight volumes. A collection of the journals of Charles Greville, a diarist who was the Clerk of the Council in Ordinary, serving under Kings George IV and William IV, and Queen Victoria. These journals document the reigns of the three monarchs, from 1817 to 1860. The journals are faithful records of the period, with detailed and competent observations of events Charles witnessed, and the people he associated with. However, Charles did not stoop to record private scandal, though the publication caused scandals when first published, with Queen Victoria stating that she was "horrified and indignant at this dreadful and really scandalous book". Charles' journals are considered to be an incredibly valuable contribution to nineteenth century history, recording not just the public events, but the private causes that led to them. The journals were met with great public interest when they were first published, nearly ten years after Charles' death. The demand was as great in America as in England. Edited by Henry Reeve; Greville had given Reeve his diaries on his deathbed, only a few hours before he died. Bookplate of Viscount Mersey to the front paste downs. CONDITION In a full calf binding. Externally, smart. Light marks to the boards and spines. Minor bumping to the extremities. Joints of Volume II, V, VI, and VII are worn, as is the front joint of Volume III. Heavier mark to the front board of Volume VIII. Front hinge of Volume IV is starting but firm. Bookplate to the front paste downs. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Overall Condition: Very Good GLOSSARY OF TERMS Overall Condition (Dustwrapper condition rating is shown after that for the book itself, where a dustwrapper is present) Fine - Very well preserved copy showing very little wear Very Good Indeed - Only one or two minor faults, really a very attractive copy Very Good - Quite a wide term meaning no major faults but probably several smaller ones often expected given the age of the book, but still a respectable copy Good - Meaning not very good. Some more serious faults as will be described in the condition report under 'condition' Good Only - Meaning one or more faults that could really do with repair Fair - As with good only above but with other faults leaving a compromised copy even after repair Poor - Really bad and possibly seriously incomplete. We only sell books in this condition where their rarity or value makes them attractive none the less. Major defects will be described. GUARANTEE We offer a full money back guarantee on our descriptions. Please ask for details and conditions. We prefer PAYPAL. If you pay via PAYPAL we will post the item off the same or the next working day with the postage you have selected. Please note we cannot accept USD cheques