Shebbeare (John) AA Fourth Letter to the People of England, first edition, M.Collier, 1756

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Shebbeare (John) A Fourth Letter to the People of England, first edition, bound pamphlet, includes half-title, spotting and light toning, previous owners notation in pencil on title and front endpaper, later paper covered boards, paper spine label, a little sunning to uppers, else fine, 8vo, M.Collier, 1756. ***John Shebbeare, a noted political satirist, issued a series of outspoken "Letters to the People of England" with this one concerning the Ministries inability to stop the French advance on the Ohio river. The sixth and final pamphlet landed him a jail term and a spot on the pillory. Scarce in such condition.

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