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BOSWELL, James. Boswell's Life of Johnson. (1924 - INDIA PAPER EDITION)

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AUTHOR: BOSWELL, James TITLE: Boswell's Life of Johnson. PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, 1924. DESCRIPTION: INDIA PAPER EDITION. 2 volumes bound in 1, 7-3/8" x 5-1/4", frontis portrait plate to each volume. Bound in full dark purple morocco, ribbed gilt decorated spine, covers ruled and paneled in gilt, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt, marbled pastedowns and endpapers. CONDITION: A FINE COPY.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.38 in (18.75 cm)Width: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1928
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hillsborough, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6214239518652

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