A dictionary of biography; comprising the most eminent characters of all ages, nations, and professions

by R. A. Davenport

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Exeter: J. & B. Williams, 1843. First American edition, with numerous additions, corrections, and improvements, 8vo, pp. 527; woodcut illustrations throughout, text in double column; full contemporary sheep, gilt spine; edges scuffed and rubbed, small loss of leather on rear cover, foxing throughout, else textblock about fine. Actually a reprint of the first American edition 1832 . See Vancil, pp. 68-9 for other editions. Item #44465

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