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[GOLDSMITH, Oliver]. An Enquiry into the present state of Polite Learning in Europe. London: Printed for R. and J. Dodsley, 1769.
8o (171 x 112 mm). Half-title, engraved title-vignette. Contemporary sprinkled calf, gilt spine with morocco lettering piece. Provenance: George Paterson of Castle Huntly (engraved bookplate).
FIRST EDITION of Goldsmith's first book. Rothschild 1020; Scott Goldsmith, pp. 54-56; Sterling 393; Tinker 1087; Williams, p. 119. VERY FINE.
8o (171 x 112 mm). Half-title, engraved title-vignette. Contemporary sprinkled calf, gilt spine with morocco lettering piece. Provenance: George Paterson of Castle Huntly (engraved bookplate).
FIRST EDITION of Goldsmith's first book. Rothschild 1020; Scott Goldsmith, pp. 54-56; Sterling 393; Tinker 1087; Williams, p. 119. VERY FINE.