An excellent, well-researched piece of historical fiction, or more properly memoir, since it presents itself as a memoir, including letters from Martin Luther, etc. In it, two fictional family members, printers by trade, are charged with publishing small, distributable works by Martin Luther directly in the aftermath of the posting of the 95 Theses. The historical details regarding Luther, Melanchthon, etc., are well-researched, and it is a moving and classic tale.

Charles, Mrs. Elizabeth Rundell. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family. By Two of Themselves. New York. Dodd & Mead. 1868. 552pp.

Very attractive three-quarter leather binding with marbled boards. Early and attractive Sunday School Lending Library label on front and rear pastedown. Some handling and light foxing at prelims. Else very solid, crisp, and clean.