first edition
1690 · Londini
by Blount, Thomas Pope , Sir
Londini: Richard Chiswel, 1690. First edition, folio, pp. [8], 746, [6]; title page printed uin red and black; a nice copy in full contemporary speckled calf, neatly rebacked in the early 19th century, gilt decorated spine in 7 compartments, maroon morocco labels in 2; very good and sound. A critique on the most celebrated authors, concerning whom the various opinions of the most learned scholars are given. Nearly 600 authors are listed. "An erudite work, much esteemed by the curious..." (Lowndes). Wing B-3346.
(Inventory #: 42946)