Remarks on the Life and Writings of Jonathan Swift, Dean of St. Patrick s Dublin, in a Series of Letters from John Earl of Orrery to his Son, the Honourable Hamilton Boyle. John, Earl of Orrery Reily

Remarks on the Life and Writings of Jonathan Swift, Dean of St. Patrick s Dublin, in a Series of Letters from John Earl of Orrery to his Son, the Honourable Hamilton Boyle. Printed in London for A. Millar. 1752. 214 pp. 6.5 x 4.25 . 12mo. Hardcover full leather. In good condition, with light scuffing to exterior. Bookplate of Lady Kilravock affixed to front pastedown. Loss of one end page at front. Light markings. Text block remains bound well. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce and attractively-kept mid-19th. Century piece, with this copy being the personal copy of Elizabeth Rose, Lady of Kilravock (1747-1815), a Scottish literary critic and author. Includes rare image of Swift adjacent to title page.