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MERCURIUS RUSTICUS [DIBDIN, THOMAS FROGNALL]
Bibliophobia. Remarks on the present languid state of literature and the book trade. In a letter addressed to the author of the Bibliomania. London: Henry Bohn, 1832. First edition. Contemporary half morocco by Harrison over textured brown cloth, simple gilt rules to boards, spine title with emblem in gilt, gilt inner dentelles. 9 7/8 inches. 102 pp. Binding lightly scuffed, otherwise fine.
Provenance:
Eric Sexton; blindstamp of the Oxford and Cambridge University Club.
Sold for $250
Estimated at $200 - $300
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MERCURIUS RUSTICUS [DIBDIN, THOMAS FROGNALL]
Bibliophobia. Remarks on the present languid state of literature and the book trade. In a letter addressed to the author of the Bibliomania. London: Henry Bohn, 1832. First edition. Contemporary half morocco by Harrison over textured brown cloth, simple gilt rules to boards, spine title with emblem in gilt, gilt inner dentelles. 9 7/8 inches. 102 pp. Binding lightly scuffed, otherwise fine.
Provenance:
Eric Sexton; blindstamp of the Oxford and Cambridge University Club.
Auction: Books / Photographs / Prints / Coins, Bank Notes & Postage Stamps, Apr 27, 2009
