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A Dictionary of the English Language, Facsimile Edition, Two Volumes Complete in Slipcase (Includes: A reproduction of *The Plan of the Dictionary,* which was originally printed in 1747 and Supplementary essays on the genesis and lexicographic achievement of Johnson's Dictionary)

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Special Edition. This 2 volume set in a slip case published in 1990 by Longman is a facsimile edition of Samuel Johnson's landmark original dictionary from 1755. It faithfully reproduces Johnson's monumental work in its entirety, presenting it in a format that closely mimics the original publication. VERY GOOD+ in a VERY GOOD slip case which has very light wear. It includes both the reproduction of *The Plan of the Dictionary,* which was originally printed in 1747 and also supplementary essays on the genesis and lexicographic achievement of Johnson's Dictionary by Dr. J. D. Fleeman and Dr. Brian O'Kill. Weight: 24 lbs / 10.89 kg. Size: 17 x 11 x 5.5 inches . . . . FROM THE DETAILS PRINTED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE SLIPCASE: This set has been gently read if at all. It is in remarkable condition. This facsimile recreates the original dictionary published by Longman in 1755 - BIBLIOGRAPHIC DETAILS: Two volumes; 1160 pages each volume; 70 gsm cream laid, aid and wood free paper, long life; Folded and sewn in 16 page sections; 2 colour title page; Sprinkled edges; Bound in Cabra red bonded leather; Raised spine bands; Foil Blocking in old gold & dark green; Silk head and tail bands; border blocking; 140 gsm coloured endpapers with Double volume slipcase in dark red Library Buckram. Nº de ref. del artículo: 2412260002

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