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James Boswell: The Life of Samuel Johnson. 2 vols. London 1791. 1st edition, 1st issue with 'gve' instead of 'give' on p. 135, line 10 in vol. I and the mispaginated pages in vol. II. Illust. with portrait and two facsimile engravings. Slight foxing throughout. Bound in near cont. full calf, spines renewed. Some wear.
The first edition of one of the most important biographies ever written in English.
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Books and manuscripts, 28 January 2014
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