The New Testament 1865

6B New Testament.London: Longmans Green, Green, Longman, Roberts, and Green, 1865. Notes "1865 The New Testament" refers to a historically significant edition of the New Testament translated by Julia E. Smith. Published in 1865, this work is notable for being the first complete translation of the Bible into English by a woman. Julia Smith, a suffragist and abolitionist, undertook this translation project independently, producing a literal and unembellished version of the text. Her meticulous approach aimed to maintain the integrity and original meaning of the scriptures, reflecting her scholarly dedication and pioneering spirit in an era when women's contributions to biblical scholarship were often overlooked. Description Beautiful textured leather binding with gold embossing on front, back and spine, five raised bands on spine, three edge gold gilt. Woodcut engravings from various artists. Fine condition. Dimensions: 10 x 8 1/2 x 2 1/4 inches