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A DICTIONARY OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE (2 VOLUMES)

by Samuel Johnson

Published by Folio Society. 1st thus. 2006

Nearly fine condition. In which the words are deduced from their originals, and illustrated in their different significations by examples from the best writers. To which are prefixed A History of the Language, and An English Grammar. Folio Society facsimile of the first edition of Johnson's dictionary. Very large format. Three-quarter dappled calf-skin leather (spine and corners), Marbled boards and text block. Limited to 1000 numbered copies.

Head bands are coming unstuck from the spine (see photos). Else two fine volumes contained in publisher's slipcase in almost fine condition. This is copy 200 of 1000 numbered copies.

Stock no. 1821784

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