JOHNSON. Dictionary. dublin, 1798
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JOHNSON, SAMUEL. 1709-1784.
A Dictionary of the English Language. Dublin: R. Marchbank, 1798.
2 volumes. 4to (270 x 210 mm). Engraved portrait frontispiece. Period tree calf, rebacked. Light toning and spotting, extremities rubbed.
Provenance: A. Scott Elliot of London (ownership inscription on titles dated 1809); William Scott Elliot of Arkleton (bookplates).

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