A Dictionary of the English Language

JOHNSON, Samuel

Published by Rivington et al, 1785

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The last edition to be edited by Johnson himself, presented is Sixth Edition of Samuel Johnson's "most amazing, enduring and endearing one-man feat in the field of lexicography… The preface ranks among Johnson's finest writings… It is the dictionary itself which justifies Noah Webster's statement that 'Johnson's writings had, in philology, the effect which Newton's discoveries had in mathematics" (PMM 201). Published shortly after Johnson's death (Dec 13, 1784), this edition contains many revisions Johnson had planned after the Fourth Edition (1773). Too, it is the first edition to carry Dr. Johnson's portrait. No missing pages, text generally fresh, usual foxing and a neat previous owner's signature. Handsomely bound in calf and printed cloth. An extremely good copy. Book#Pv8b101a. $1200. We specialize in rare, signed, and manuscript Ayn Rand, and other legends and landmarks. NOTE: These volumes will require extra postage/insurance charges.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Dictionary of the English Language
• Publisher: Rivington et al
• Publication Date: 1785
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
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