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FIELDING, Henry (1707-1754). The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling. London: Printed for A. Millar, 1749.
6 volumes, 12o (162 x 97 mm). Errata leaf in vol. I. (Some occasional pale spotting and staining.) Contemporary calf, spines gilt, speckled edges (some scuffing and chipping, spines a bit dry).
FIRST EDITION of Fielding's acknowledged masterpiece. Leaves B9-10 (vol. I); B4-5 and N12 (vol. II); H8-10, M3 and Q11 (vol. III); N8 (Vol. V) are cancels. Cross II, p. 120; Grolier English 48; Rothschild 850. (6)
6 volumes, 12
FIRST EDITION of Fielding's acknowledged masterpiece. Leaves B9-10 (vol. I); B4-5 and N12 (vol. II); H8-10, M3 and Q11 (vol. III); N8 (Vol. V) are cancels. Cross II, p. 120; Grolier English 48; Rothschild 850. (6)