Author: Mr. W. D. Cooper [Richard Johnson]
Title: A New Roman History, from the Foundation of Rome to the End of the Commonwealth
Description: London, J. Harris; Scatcherd and Letterman, 1812 . Leather. Richard Johnson's very scarce history of Rome, 'designed for the use of young ladies and gentlemen', illustrated with an attractive frontispiece. First published in 1770, this work is very scarce in all editions.Illustrate with an engraved frontispiece.A short work, chronicling ancient Rome from its beginning to its downfall. The first chapter follows from 'the foundation of Rome, to the End of the regal Government', while the final chapter details the death of Julius Caesar, and the fall of the commonwealth.With the former owner's inscription of Fanny Lane to the front and rear pastedown.A delightful work aiming to introduce classical history to young readers.The work of one Richard Johnson, who published this edition under the pseudonym of Mr. W. D. Cooper. In calf backed marbled paper covered boards. Minor losses of leather to back strip head and tail. Significant rubbing to joints, with front joint starting, and board just a touch tender. Rear hinge strained, with board firmly held. Inscriptions to front and rear pastedowns. Internally, firmly bound. Pages lightly age toned, but clean. Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Good .

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