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IRVING, David. The elements of english composition. Containing practical instructions for writing the english language with perspicuity and elegance; and Designed, in the Progress of Education, to succeed to the Study of English Grammar, and of the Latin and Greek Classics.

London. Printed for R. Phillips...By T. Gillet, 1801. First edition.
8vo. x, 262pp, [2]. With a terminal leaf of publisher's advertisements. Uncut in original publisher's two-tone paper boards. Rubbed and marked, spine worn, boards held by cords only. Internally clean and crisp.
The first edition, in original unsophisticated state, of literary scholar and librarian David Irving's (1778-1860) immensely successful English composition primer intended 'for those whose critical studies are yet in their commencement'.
£ 250.00 Antiquates Ref: 31815