The Life of Francis Bacon, Lord Chancellor of England.

£450 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

The first edition of this biography of the polymath and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626) by David Mallet. A handsome copy in contemporary gilt-ruled calf. First edition; 8vo (20.5 x 13.5 cm); engraved vignette title printed in red and black, ads to rear, engraved bookplates to front and rear pastedowns and ownership inscriptions in pen, occasional light spotting; contemporary gilt-ruled calf, contrasting red morocco lettering-piece to spine, sprinkled edges, slightly rubbed with small split to lower joint, corners bumped, very good; viii, 197, [3 ads]pp.

• Binding: Hardcover

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