The Works of Ben. Jonson. In Seven Volumes. Collated with All the Former Editions, and Corrected; with Notes Critical and Explanatory Author: Jonson, Benjamin Place Published: London Publisher: Printed for D. Midwinter; W. Innys and J. Richardson; J. Knapton; et al. Date Published: 1756 Description: 7 volumes. Edited by Peter Whalley. Volume 1 with frontispiece of Jonson. (8vo) 19.5x11 cm (7¾x4¼"), period calf, rebacked with original spine strip and morocco labels laid down, all edges sprinkled red. First Whalley edition. The first critical edition of Johnson's collected works, including. As a dramatist Jonson was second only to his contemporary and friend, William Shakespeare, who appeared in at least two of Jonson's plays. The elaborate "masques", which Jonson produced for the entertainment of the court of King Charles I are considered the finest examples of the form. ESTC T83079. Additional shipping charges may apply Condition: Generally sound bindings, but rubbed and spines cracking; mild foxing; very good. Item#: 340965 Headline: Ben Jonson Works, First Whalley edition
The Works of Ben. Jonson. In Seven Volumes. Collated with All the Former Editions, and Corrected; with Notes Critical and Explanatory Author: Jonson, Benjamin Place Published: London Publisher: Printed for D. Midwinter; W. Innys and J. Richardson; J. Knapton; et al. Date Published: 1756 Description: 7 volumes. Edited by Peter Whalley. Volume 1 with frontispiece of Jonson. (8vo) 19.5x11 cm (7¾x4¼"), period calf, rebacked with original spine strip and morocco labels laid down, all edges sprinkled red. First Whalley edition. The first critical edition of Johnson's collected works, including. As a dramatist Jonson was second only to his contemporary and friend, William Shakespeare, who appeared in at least two of Jonson's plays. The elaborate "masques", which Jonson produced for the entertainment of the court of King Charles I are considered the finest examples of the form. ESTC T83079. Additional shipping charges may apply Condition: Generally sound bindings, but rubbed and spines cracking; mild foxing; very good. Item#: 340965 Headline: Ben Jonson Works, First Whalley edition
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