The works, in verse and prose, of William Shenstone Esq : in two volumes. With decorations
1773, Fourth Edition. London : Printed by H.S. Woodfall, for J. Dodsley. Very good copies all in full leather with raised bands and somewhat worn gilt-blocked titles to spine. Corners bumped, with covers somewhat scuffed as expected with age, and panel edges somewhat rubbed with minor loss. A generally bright and clean presentation with occasional faint and small water stains internally. Hinges cracked only internally, with text block otherwise notably tight. A well preserved set indeed. Item #449777
Physical description; Complete in 3 volumes : illustrations, map, portrait ; 21 cm. Notes; Preface signed: R. Dodsley. Volume 3 is marked "third edition." Contents; Vol. 1. Elegies. Odes, songs, ballads, &c. Levities, or, Pieces of humour. Moral pieces -- v. 2. Essays on men and manners. A description of the Leasowes, the seat of the late William Shenstone, Esq., by R. Dodsley. Verses to Mr. Shenstone. -- v. 3. Containing letters to particular friends, from the year 1739 to 1763. Subjects; English poetry 18th century.
Price: €225.00