The Poetical Works of John Dryden (4 volumes, 1811), containing original poems, tales, and translations
London: Printed for P. C. and J. Rivington, et al. 1811. Hardcover. 4 volumes, published 1811, 8vo, contemporar full straight-grained morocco with gilt Grecian-style borders, leather turn-ins with gilt designs, gilt decorated spine compartments, black morocco title and volume labels on spines that look to be 20th century replacements. Very good set with minimal rubbing to joints and spine ends, bookplates of Stephen Tempest, possibly of Broughton Hall, Yorkshire (1790-1821; he died young of consumption in Rome). Frontispiece in the first volume, outermost leaves of each volume with foxing but the vast majority of the text clean and bright. A very handsome set. Very Good. Item #H1631
Price: $206.25