THE GALAXY OF WIT: or Laughing Philosopher. Being a Collection of Choice Anecdotes, Many of which Originated in or about "The Literary Emporium."; In Two Volumes [bound in one]
by Johnston, D.C.]
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About This Item
Boston: Stereotyped by J. Reed, 1830. Third edition (first published in 1826). Two volumes, bound in one. 16 cm. 108; 108 pp. Two engravings signed in the plate by Johnston. Nine wood engravings by Hartwell, probably after designs by Johnston. Full contemporary calf, spine gilt stamped. Front joint starting at the head, top of spine worn down to page edges. Hamilton 798, under Hartwell, and p. 162, under Johnston. Johnson 184.
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- Bartlebys Books (US)
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- Title
- THE GALAXY OF WIT: or Laughing Philosopher. Being a Collection of Choice Anecdotes, Many of which Originated in or about "The Literary Emporium."; In Two Volumes [bound in one]
- Author
- Johnston, D.C.]
- Book Condition
- Used
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- Publisher
- Stereotyped by J. Reed
- Place of Publication
- Boston
- Date Published
- 1830
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- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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