Ackermann, Randolph. History of the Abbey Church of St. Peter's Westminster, its Antiquities and Monuments. London: for Ackermann, 1812. 13.5" x 11.25". With portrait, plan, and 81 colored aquatint plates (complete as per list.) Contemporary full calf, spine gilt, boards and dentelles in gilt, all edges gilt, skillfully rebacked with spines laid on, gutter repaired. One volume with line of white paint near hinge, rubbing and general wear, quite attractive overall. Portrait foxed, other plates are generally quite clean though the text leaves (particularly to the second volume where most plates are found) with off-setting and foxing ranging mostly from light to moderate. Very Good and a handsome set. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> First Edition, second issue of this remarkable work featuring a stunning collection of aquatint plates.