Essays on the Nature and Principles of Taste

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  • Full contemporary calf.
  • Boston: Cummings & Hilliard, 1812
By Alison, A
Boston: Cummings & Hilliard, 1812. First American Edition.. Full contemporary calf.. Very good; crisp copy; small chip to the head of the spine.. 8vo.

One of the minor classics of the philosophy of aesthetics published at the end of the 18th century. It was constantly in print throughout the early 19th century. In addition to philosophy the author also devotes himself to questions of color, form, and composition. S & S #24584; see DNB I, 286-7.

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Title

Essays on the Nature and Principles of Taste

Author

Alison, A

Binding

Full contemporary calf.

Condition

Very Good

Publisher

Cummings & Hilliard: Boston

Date

1812

Edition

First American Edition.


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