Description: My scheme, though mocked by nave, coquette, and fool, To thinking minds will prove this golden rule:In all pursuits, but chiefly in a wife, Not wealth, but morals, make the happy life. Here we offer a rare 1797 collection of 4 complete English comedic popular plays, printed in London by John Bell, each play accompanied by two charming tissue-protected frontispiece engravings. The plays included are: "The Tender Husband," by Sir Richard Steele; "The Committee," by Sir R. Howard; "The Natural Son," by Richard Cumberland; and "The Jealous Wife," by George Colman. Complete text block has been rebound in faux-leather wrap. Some light moisture staining and soiling within. Very tight and square binding; text and marvelous engravings are very bright and crisp. 423 pages in all; vest-pocket-sized at approximately 5.75 x 3.75-inches.This very early compilation will make a wonderful addition to your collection or a very special gift.** Have you seen all the amazing first and rare editions of iconic books we offer? We gladly combine shipping and refund the shipping overpayment, so please check out our other items! -- other auctions of classic antiquarian literature and special gifts!** Thank you for your interest! ***Priority shipping options are available at checkout!***
Price: 29.95 USD
Location: Bronx, New York
End Time: 2025-01-19T00:35:15.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.38 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Year Printed: 1797
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Topic: Classics
Binding: Softcover, Wraps
Region: Europe
Author: Richard Steele
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Language: English
Publisher: John Bell
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
