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Fielding, The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling , complete, published in three volumes in the famous Strahan edition of Fielding s works, 1783, London: W. Strahan, First Edition thus. Volumes VII, VIII, IX of the Works , in contemporary full, very worn mottled calf leather binding, in-12 (11 cm x 17,5 cm), holding firm. Interior in very good condition, very little spotting. Frontispice in all three volumes and an additional illustration facing page 145 in the first volume, copper-engraved after Michael 'Angelo' Rooker in the style of Hogarth. Former owner s (rather discrete) signature. The third volume also contains Fielding s Philosophical transactions and five other essays. Full mottled calf leather binding, very worn close to the edges as if it had been dried or rubbed down close to the boards, gilt titles and ornaments largely worn away. While holding, two of the spines are splitting, without yet affecting the solidity of the binding) and hinges are weakened or beginning to split. All pages holding. If handled reasonably gently, may hold for another two centuries… The pages are nicely cream-coloured and fresh. Despite its defects, this is a very attractive copy when opened, offered at a low price. Michael Rooker was a well-known English oil and watercolour painter of architecture and landscapes, illustrator and engraver. A period piece, virtually contemporary with the publication of this classic, one of the best known and loved works of the Enlightenment. Of great interest and at an attractive price. Numerous photographs available upon request. Total weight 1,2 kgs. Seller Inventory # ABE-1723648323846
Bibliographic Details
Title: Tom Jones
Publisher: Strahan
Publication Date: 1783
Binding: Couverture rigide
Condition: Satisfaisant
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