1833. · London
by Franklin, Benjamin
London, 1833.. Six volumes. Portrait frontispiece in first volume. Folding facsimile plate in third volume. Seven (of eight) plates and maps (five folding) in sixth volume. Original green patterned cloth, black paper labels, gilt. Moderate to considerable shelf wear to the bindings, spine ends frayed or chipped, some volumes a bit shaken. Occasional minor foxing. Overall, a very good set. Lacking plate five in the sixth volume. The scarce second issue of the 1818-19 London edition of this monumental collection of Franklin's works. According to Sabin, this edition is simply "the first edition of 1818, with new title-pages only." This authorized edition of Franklin's works was edited by his grandson, William Temple Franklin; it includes Franklin's AUTOBIOGRAPHY along with over thirty additional Franklin pieces. FORD, FRANKLIN 567. HOWES F323. SABIN 25545.
(Inventory #: WRCAM54055)