A Dictionary of the English Language: In which the words are Deduced from their Origin and Illustrated in their Different Significations by Examples from the Best Writers

Samuel Johnson

Published by G. and J. Offor et al., London, 1824

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A scarce complete two volume set of Johnson's Dictionary, in leather. Samuel Johnson was an English writer and has been described as "arguably the most distinguished man of letters in English history." His dictionary first appeared in 1755 and was highly acclaimed as the foremost dictionary of the time.This volume is prefixed by A History of the Language and An English Grammar. The Second volume begins with 'kay.'Bound in full calf.With a bookplate for Frederick W. Barber.With a selection articles of to the rear of volume two about the Samuel Johnson. In full calf leather binding. Externally, a little worn to the boards and spine with some rubbing. Hinges are weak, Internally, generally firmly bound though with the first few pages to the front of volume one beginning to come away. Pages are generally bright with some scattered spots throughout. With a bookplate for Frederick W. Barber to front pastedown of both volumes. Good. Seller Inventory # 838B68

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Dictionary of the English Language: In ...

Publisher: G. and J. Offor et al., London

Publication Date: 1824

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: None

Condition: Good

Book Type: book