The Idler Volume 2 Essays of Dr Johnson Dictionary Universal Chronicle Book 1767

Description: The Idler, vol.II 1767 third edition The Idler was a collection of essays, the brain child of non other then the illustrious Samuel Johnson, it featured witty, thought provoking pieces that graced the pages of the Universal Chronicle. Image cozy coffee houses, quills scratching parchment and the scent of freshly brewed tea lingering in the air. Yes, that is just where these essays were constructed and were read. This volume spans numbers 53-103. A treasure trove of musings about life, society, human foibles and the like. Johnsons pen danced across the pages and his friends chimed in with their own perspectives. The Idler was not just Idle chatter (pun intended). It left an indelible mark on English literature. Johnson was affectionately known as Dr Johnson and was a polymath, a poet, essayist, moralist and lexicographer. His Dictionary of the English Language remains legendary to this day. Condition report as above: Very Good Condition with consideration of age. Covers are original and all bindings, pages are original (no reprints here). Covers show age with rubbing, bumps, curling and cracks appearing to spine. Spine has no tilt and has kept all pages intact and present. Good Solid Bindings with no loose sheets. Pages have a natural tan, curling to edges/corners and some spotting and darker to end papers all as expected for age. All pages are crisp, clean and clear throughout. The book is solid and in Very Good Condition for age. The book has interesting, highly detailed essays on life and society with wit and compelling undertones from the author of the original dictionary. Been Sitting on a Book Shelf For Decades and Needs a New Home. Perfect Gift Idea. Please see all images for further details Check out my other items! If you have any questions please ask and I will do my best to help..

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Binding: Hardback

Place of Publication: London

Language: English

Special Attributes: 3rd edition

Original/Reproduction: Original

Region: Europe

Author: Dr Samuel Jonhson

Publisher: printed for T. Davis

Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

Original/Facsimile: Original

Year Printed: 1767