Author: Misaurus, Philander
Title: The Honour of the Gout. Or, a Rational Discourse, Demonstrating, That the Gout Is One of the Greatest Blessings Which Can Befal Mortal Man:... By Way of Letter to an Eminent Citizen; . .
Description: J.Roberts, 1720. Hardcover. The book was initially printed in 1699 under the pseudonym Philander Misiatrus (here with a subtle change of moniker), and on occasion incorrectly attributed to Swift, that, in a parody of medical treatises, gleefully satires those afflicted with gout and facetiously extols its virtues, arguing for example that it is 'no constant companion, but allows its patients lucid, joyous intervals.[2],iv,[4],55,[1]p. 55p ; no half title; woodcuts in text.The pamphlet has been professionally bound by Bovill in thick card boards with titling label on the front board. See scans. . Very Good

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