Samuel Johnson / Dictionary of the English Language In Which the Words 1785

Description: A Dictionary of the English Language: In Which the Words Are Deduced From Their Originals, and Illustrated in Their Different Significations by Examples From the Best Writers. To Which Are Prefixed, A History of the Language, and An English Grammar Author: Samuel Johnson Title: A Dictionary of the English Language: In Which the Words Are Deduced From Their Originals, and Illustrated in Their Different Significations by Examples From the Best Writers. To Which Are Prefixed, A History of the Language, and An English Grammar Publication: London: J.F. and C. Rivington [etc.], 1785 Description: Hardcover. Seventh Edition. The first unabridged edition to appear in a single volume. [COURTNEY & SMITH 57]. Folio: 11 x 17in. [1150pp.] Engraved portrait frontispiece of Johnson by Thomas Cook after Joshua Reynolds. Bound in calf boards of the period. Re-cased with modern polished calf with gilt decoration and the original titling affixed. Marbled endpapers. VERY GOOD. Shows the corners neatly and professionally restored, the front marbled endpaper is marginally worn at the margin, frontispiece with very light soiling in some parts of the margins, title page lightly offset from the frontispiece, occasional very light hints of foxing in some margins throughout, otherwise the binding is strong and tight, the text is exceptionally clean and unmarked, and the boards remain bright and distinct. As pictured. Each item in our inventory has been carefully inspected, photographed and exhaustively described to meet the standards of the discerning book buyer. Rest assured that each of our orders are packed with the utmost care to ensure safe arrival. We encourage interested parties to contact us with any questions or concerns whatsoever. Terms All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 14 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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