Jones's British theatre : Vol. IV. containing, I. The distrest mother. II. Douglas. III. Jane Shore. IV. The Earl of Essex.

Philips, Ambrose [et al.]

Published by Dublin : printed by John Chambers, for William Jones, 1795

About this Item

Good copy bound in contemporary tree calf. Gilt-blocked leather label on spine. Gilt lettering is faded. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat worn and rubbed. Generalized surface wear evident on boards and spine cover as with use and age. Corners bumped. Some staining evident on plates and titles. Previous owner's signature on dedication page. Remains quite well-preserved overall. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 323 pages; Description: 4 plays by John Burgoyne in 1 volume. Each play has a separate title page. 323p., 5 plates (ports.) ; 17cm. Subjects: English drama and theatre -- Early works to 1800 -- English literature -- 18th century. Spine title: British theatre. Contents: I. The distrest mother / translated by Ambrose Philips from the Andromaque of Racine - II. Douglas / John Home - III. Jane Shore / N. Rowe - IV. The Earl of Essex / Henry Jones. Series: Jones British theatre, 4. 3 Kg.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Jones's British theatre : Vol. IV. containing, I. The distrest mother. II. Douglas. III. Jane Shore. IV. The Earl of Essex.
• Publisher: Dublin : printed by John Chambers, for William Jones
• Publication Date: 1795
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Weight: 3 kilograms