A Dictionary of the English Language; in which the words are deduced from their originals; and illustrated in their different significations, by examples from the best writers Together with a history of the language, and and English grammar (3 Volumes--Complete)

Samuel Johnson, H. J. Todd

Verlag: Printed for Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown, and Green; et al., London, 1827

Beschreibung

Full polished diapered calf boards with gilt rule; 4 slightly raised bands with gilt particulars and red and black leather labels to spine. Gilt rolled fore edge corner edges, blind rolled inner dentelles. Marbled edges and endpapers. Previous owner's bookplate (Thomas Best Jervis--a British/Irish Colonial Officer, author, geographer, etc.) to front pastedown of each volume, otherwise no previous owners' names or other markings. "Numerous corrections, and with the addition of several thousand words, as also with additions to the history of the language, and to the grammar" by Todd. 1/2 inch worming to volume 1 front hinge and various scuffs to leather of each volume (see images). Please expect extra postage as this is a large heavy set. 9 1/4 x 11 1/4. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 6317

Bibliografische Details

Titel: A Dictionary of the English Language; in ...

Verlag: Printed for Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown, and Green; et al., London

Erscheinungsdatum: 1827

Auflage: Second Edition.