8vo. 43pp, [1]. Later pink paper wrappers. Some marking to extremities. Ink price to head of title (Vol. 3d), ink manuscript annotation to verso, occasional light dust-soiling.

A political satire written in the form an oriental fable vehemently criticising both the monarchy and parliament - particularly in regard to expenses and decision making prior to conflict with Spain. First printed in 1741, the work is most commonly attributed to politician and writer George Lyttelton, Baron Lytellton (1709-1773). The contemporary figures which the piece mocks are only thinly disguised - the character of the Sultan being an obvious substitute for George II, and his vizier a clear stand-in for Prime Minister Walpole.