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Lot 003 - Foxe's Book Of Martyrs, "History Of Christian Martyrdom, [...] The Lives, Sufferings, And Glorious Deaths Of Martyrs" By John Foxe, Illustrated With Gruesome Engravings, German Language, George W. Ment And Son, Publishers, Philadelphia, 1840

Lot 003 - Foxe's Book Of Martyrs, "History Of Christian Martyrdom, [...] The Lives, Sufferings, And Glorious Deaths Of Martyrs" By John Foxe, Illustrated With Gruesome Engravings, German Language, George W. Ment And Son, Publishers, Philadelphia, 1840

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Pre-Auction Notes: Published in 1840 by Georg W. Mentz & Sohn, Philadelphia, this German language volume details the history of Christian martyrdom from the early church to later Protestant persecutions. Illustrated throughout with engraved scenes, including an elaborate frontispiece depicting various martyrdoms. Bound with decorative metal clasps. Moderate foxing, staining, and age wear to pages; binding shows wear consistent with age.

Auction Date: 08/14/2025

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