8vo
1820 · London
by TIBBS, Thomas
London: printed for Sherwood, Neely, and Jones, 1820. 8vo. (8 7/8 x 5 3/8 inches). Half-title, 1p. errata, 16pp. publisher's catalogue at end dated September 1820. Wood-engraved decorations. Original boards, rebacked (original publisher's paper label on spine).
First edition, second issue, of this charming work, full of fascinating practical information on land management at the turn of the 19th century. 'Although this Work may not be written in fine stile and polished language ... it will be found to be clear and comprehensive ... suited as well to the understanding of the refined Gentleman as to that of the industrious farmer.'
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First edition, second issue, of this charming work, full of fascinating practical information on land management at the turn of the 19th century. 'Although this Work may not be written in fine stile and polished language ... it will be found to be clear and comprehensive ... suited as well to the understanding of the refined Gentleman as to that of the industrious farmer.'
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