Of the proficience and advancement of learning

by rank Lord Verulam. Edited by B. Montagu Esq by Francis Bacon

$300 · Offered by Rulon-Miller Books · No longer available

London: William Pickering, 1838. First Pickering edition, small 8vo, pp. xvi, 350, 1 ; inserted wood-engraved title page printed in red and black, Pickering anchor & dolphin device on title page; prize binding of full polished tan calf, gilt-decorated spine in 6 compartments, black morocco label in 1, marbled edges and endpapers, the front cover stamped in gilt The / Grammar School / Dudley. / 1849. Extremities rubbed, else very good. Early ownership

• Binding: Leather

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