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The Art of Preserving Health: A Poem

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Rothschild 56; Hayward 168

1744

by [ARMSTRONG, JOHN]
London: Printed for A. Millar, 1744, 1744. First edition. Rothschild 56; Hayward 168. Fine, handsome copy.. 4to, modern sprinkled calf period style (by Phillip Dusel), orange-red morocco label, gilt rules and lettering. Armstrong (1709-1779 ) was a Scottish-born physician who published several poems and essays; this long poem in blank verse is by far his best-known work and went through numerous editions. The four parts are primarily devoted to air, diet, exercise, and the passions. (Inventory #: 21860)
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