Dr Johnson's dictionary: the extraordinary story of the book that defined the world / Henry Hitchings

Hitchings, Henry (1974-)

London: John Murray, 2006. 1st edition. Fine paperback copy. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Item #313041
ISBN: 0719566320

Physical description: viii, 278 p.: ill. Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Subjects: Johnson, Samuel 1709-1784. Dictionary of the English language. Lexicographers Great Britain; Biography. English language Lexicography History 18th century. Encyclopedias and dictionaries History and criticism. Encyclopedias and dictionaries. Genre: Bibliography. Biographies. Criticism, interpretation, etc. History. Illustrated.

Price: €8.95