Fielding, Henry: A History of Tom Jones a Foundling. To which is prefixed, the Life of the Author. , London. J. Walker; J. Johnson; J Richardson et al. 1809.2 vols. 12mo. Red calf with gilt, marbled end papers. Piece missing from top of spine of vol I and bottom of vol II. Vol I Engraved frontis, engraved title and title, xxxi + 524pp + 3 adverts. Vol II, engraved frontis, engraved title and title, xv + 525pp. The engravings are after T. Onwins and depict scenes from the book. The copies are firm and the contents clean and crisp. Scarce in this edition. (Book ref. 365) £45.00 The payment methods accepted by the seller, Robin Doughty Fine Books (member PBFA) , are shown in the right-hand column. |
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