JOHNSON, SAMUEL. The Lives of the most eminent English Poets; with Critical Observations on their Works. London: Printed for C. Bathurst, et al., 1781. Engraved portrait after Sir Joshua Reynolds (with imprint). 4 volumes, 8vo, original paper-backed boards, printed spine labels, uncut, some wear with a few sections repaired; some scattered light dampstaining in vol. 4; board slipcase (defective). Second edition, with the final ad leaf in vol. 4, but without the final leaf of spine labels (apparently used on these spines). Rothschild 1265. (4)