Lot Essay
Lowndes: 'How many have thanked God for the hour that first made them acquainted with the writings of Hannah More. She did as much real good in her generation as any woman that ever held the pen.'
Details
More (Hannah): Strictures on the Modern System of Female Education, 2 vols., first edition, 8vo, for T. Cadell jun., and W. Davies, 1799 [Lowndes 1604], modern calf-backed boards -- [Whitelock (Bulstrode)]: Monarchy Asserted, first edition, 8vo, for John Redmayne, 1660 [Wing W1988] (light damp-staining to lower outer corner throughout, slight worming affecting several letters), later half morocco (rubbed); and three others. (6)