A superb, full vellum fine binding first edition of Thomas Adam's devotional classic. It was one of M'Cheyne's favorite books; in his Memoir he longed for Adam's humility and passion for holiness. It is a choice work.
Adam, Thomas. Private Thoughts on Religion. With an Introductory Essay by Daniel Wilson. Glasgow. Chalmers and Collins. 1823. First Edition. 300pp.
Superb, period vellum binding. Elaborately tooled on spine with maroon leather onlay. Some light wear and attractive patina. Else very solid, crisp and clean.