The works of Laurence Sterne. : In ten volumes complete. Containing, I. The life and opinions of Tristram Shandy, gent. II. A sentimental journey through France and Italy. III. Sermons. IV. Letters. With a life of the author, written by himself. [complete in ten volumes]

Sterne, Laurence (1713-1768)

1783, First Edition. London : Printed for W. Strahan, J. Rivington and Sons, J. Dodsley, G. Kearsley, T. Lowndes ... [and 6 others]. Good copies only in the original full-tree calf with gilt-blocked panel borders, and gilt ornamentation and titles to spine. Titles somewhat worn and rubbed; panel edges and corners somewhat rubbed as with age. Front boards to volumes 1, 4, 7, 9 detached, with volumes 3, 5, and 8 loose. Back board to volume 3 detached, with volume 4 loose. Other hinges mostly starting. Text blocks are generally well preserved, with scattered foxing throughout. Item #449619

Physical description; Complete in 10 volumes, plates : illustrations, portrait ; 18 cm (8°). Notes; First edition in this form. Vols. 3-10 bear the imprint: Printed for W. Strahan, J. Rivington, J. Dodsley, T. Lowndes ... With a life of the author, written by himself. Contents; v. 1-4. Tristram Shandy. -- v. 5. A sentimental journey. -- v. 6-8. Sermons. -- v. 9-10. Letters. Subjects; Sterne, Laurence (1713-1768). English literature 18th century. English fiction 18th century.

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