Encyclopædia Britannica, or, A dictionary of arts and sciences, compiled upon a new plan, complete in 3 vol.
1979, Facsimile Edition. Chicago : Encyclopædia Britannica. Very good set in the original gilt-blocked leather; with red gilt-blocked labels to spine. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the spine bands and panel edges; light foxing scattered internally. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Item #413269
Physical description; 3 volumes, 160 leaves of plates : illustrations ; 27 cm. + 1 slip. Notes; Date is suggested. Facsimile of the 1st edition: Edinburgh : Printed by A. Bell and C. Macfarquhar and sold by Collin Macfarquhar, 1769-1771. Slip: "The first edition of the Encyclopædia Britannica was issued serially in sections from 1768 tp 1771." Contents; Vol. 1. A-B -- vol. 2. C-L -- vol. 3. M-Z. Subjects; 1701-1800. Encyclopedias and dictionaries.
Price: €395.00