Description: The Works of Henry Fielding, Esq; With The Life of the Author. A New Edition, in Ten Volumes. To which is now added, The Fathers; or, The Good-natured Man. Volumes I-X. London: Printed for W. Strahan, J. Rivington and Sons, T. Payne, S. Crowder, T. Longman, J. Robson, C. Dilly, G. Kearsly, G. Robinson, J. Johnson, T. Cadell, T. Lowndes, R. Baldwin, W. Cater, g. Nicol, S. Bladon, J. Murray, W. Otridge, J. Sewel, W. Lane, J. Bowen, and W. Fox. All editions published in 1784. 512 pp, 480 pp, 528 pp, 463 pp, 427 pp, 534 pp, 537 pp, 480 pp, 431 pp, 455 pp. 8 x 5", 8vos. In poor condition. As is. All boards of all volumes are either detached or very fragile. Boards are scuffed at edges & worn/bumped at corners, however, gilt dentelles are clean and bright for the most part. Heads and tails of leather spines lacking - binding exposed. Vol. VI's leather spine is detached from binding, but included with purchase for restoration purposes. Gilt lettering and deco on spines are dulled and soiled in some places, but overall bright and clean. All edges of all volumes are marbled. End-pages are marbled. Previous ownership signature on all front fly-leaves. Text-blocks exhibit toning and some instances of light foxing, especially around plates. All title pages exhibit off-setting from frontispieces. Bindings are intact - boards are not. Perfect candidate for restoration. Please see photo and ask questions about any specific volume before purchasing. Henry Fielding (1707-1754) was an English writer and magistrate known for his use of humor and satire in his works. His 1749 comic novel "The History of tom Jones, a Foundling" was a seminal work in the genre. Along with Samuel Richardson, Fielding is seen as the founder of the traditional English novel. He also played an important role in the history of law enforcement in the United Kingdom, using his authority as a magistrate to found the Bow Street Runners, London's first professional police force. This is a complete work - with fine binding in need of some restoration. Presents well. FORN-MSB-1123-0692-HK875
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Binding: Fine Binding
Language: English
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Author: Henry Fielding
Publisher: W. Strahan, J. Rivington and Sons, etc.
Topic: Theater
Subject: Literature & Fiction
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