The Complete Farmer
first edition Hardcover
1766 · London
by A Society of Gentlemen
London: S.Crowder, 1766. Upper joint split, lower joint starting. The 3rd cord loose at upper joint, other cords attached. Hinges starting, but not shaken. Material loss of 1" on upper cover at 2d cord. Corners bumped. Plate 26 has had 1 illustration excised, rest of the plate is present. Postliminaries missing, but text complete. First page of first signature with 4" closed tear. 3x5" card with gift inscriptions on front pastedown involving Sawyer Free Library. Somewhat foxed and stained throughout. 27 copper plates on farming implements. An encyclopedic work on 18th century English husbandry.. First Edition. Full-Leather. Good/No Jacket. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall. Trade. (Inventory #: WN31962)