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MONTE SOCIO, Carlo. The New Metamorphosis: or, pleasant transformation of the Golden Ass of Lucius Apuleius of Medaura, London: for Sam. Briscoe, 1724. 2 volumes, 12°, titles printed in red and black, wood-engraved headpieces and illustrations, 7 engraved plates by William Hogarth in volume II (D2 lacking in volume I, occasional light spotting and marginal browning), contemporary calf, spines gilt in compartments with red and green morocco lettering-pieces (joints rubbed and splitting, extremities worn), contemporary signature of Wm. Yates on title of volume one. Sold not subject to return.
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