The first complete American edition (so stated on title page), missing Johnston's portrait, volume I; but engraved and tissue guarded vignette scene from RASSELAS to Illustrated title page of volume II present. Both volumes apparently in original binding, and display moderate wear . binding is green floral cloth w/morocco leather (goat) gilt lettered spine labels (wear). Boards bumped, scuffed (edges), and w/some uneven coloration; as well, volume 2 backstrip has several nicks, the most noticeable (about 1/3" diameter) at top right leather label. The textblocks of both volumes are uniformly toned and than moderately foxed (each volume also has leaves with scattered dark brown stains).

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Title: The Works of Samuel Johnson with an Essay on His Life and Genius- 2 Volume Set Complete
Publisher: Alexander V. Blake
Publication Date: 1838
Binding: Hard Cover
Edition: First American Edition Stated.
Condition: acceptable

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