ADVICE.

Advice to a Painter. In a Poem to a Friend.

Printed for J. Davies, 1681. First edition, 4to, [8], some light dust soiling to title and margins slightly chipped. "An "Answer" to an Advice to a Painter in which the loyal members of the Artillery Company of Bristol had been attacked. The author, an ardent Anglican Tory, satirized the non-conformists (Presbyterians, Anabaptists, Antinomians, Brownists, Adamites, Chiliasts, Quakers, Muggletonians, and Independents) and accused them of plotting rebellion against the King." (Osborne). Wing A639 & ESTC (EN, CH; WF only); Osborne, Advice-to-a-Painter Poems 1633-1856. p. 48.

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Book number: 30362

Keywords: POETRY ANTIQUARIAN POLITICS CIVIL WAR ENGLISH LITERATURE

AERONAUTICS.

Flight, Origins & Progress. Catalogue No. 70.

L'Art Ancien, Zurich. 1980. 4to, illustrs., throughout, orig. printed wrappers, 276 items.

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Book number: 12689

Keywords: AERONAUTICS

AERONAUTICS.

List of the Works on Aeronautics in the Science Library.

London: Published by MSO, 1913. Second edition, 8vo, 41, [1]pp., orig. printed wrappers, a little chipped.

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Book number: 41284

Keywords: SCIENCE AERONUTICS LIBRARY CATALOGUE AVIATION

ROXBURGHE CLUB. AETHELGIFU.

The Will of Aethelgifu. A Tenth Century Anglo-Saxon Manuscript, Translated and Examined by Dorothy Whitelock. With a Note on the Document by Neil Ker and Analyses of the Properties, Livestock and Chattels Concerned by Lord Rennell.

Printed for Presentation to the Members of the Roxburghe Club. 1968. Folio, [xii],92pp., 4 full pages of facsimile and 6 facsimiles and 3 sketch maps in the text, with the bookplate of the Printer's Library (Oxford University Press) and small stamp to verso of title-page, orig. quarter Roxburghe morocco, spine lettered in gilt, uncut, t.e.g. This, the largest and one of the most important surviving Anglo-Saxon documents of this category, has been dated to 980/990 A.D. It comes from a district, namely the borders of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire, which is otherwise poorly represented by such documents. More than this, it is full of historical interest on the social, agricultural, and ecclesiastical conditions of the areas and era. The Will is reproduced in full size facsimile.

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ROXBURGHE CLUB. AETHELGIFU.

The Will of Aethelgifu. A Tenth Century Anglo-Saxon Manuscript, Translated and Examined by Dorothy Whitelock. With a Note on the Document by Neil Ker and Analyses of the Properties, Livestock and Chattels Concerned by Lord Rennell.

Printed for Presentation to the Members of the Roxburghe Club. 1968. Folio, [xii],92pp., 4 full pages of facsimile and 6 facsimiles and 3 sketch maps in the text, with the bookplates of Dorothy Whitelock, P.A.M. Clemoes & Eric Poole, orig. quarter Roxburghe morocco, spine lettered in gilt and slightly marked, uncut, t.e.g. This, the largest and one of the most important surviving Anglo-Saxon documents of this category, has been dated to 980/990 A.D. It comes from a district, namely the borders of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire, which is otherwise poorly represented by such documents. More than this, it is full of historical interest on the social, agricultural, and ecclesiastical conditions of the areas and era. The Will is reproduced in full size facsimile.

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Book number: 26277

Keywords: ROXBURGHE CLUB ANGLO-SAXON MANUSCRIPT

NATIONAL AFFAIRS.

A Critical, Expatiatory, and Interesting Address to a Certain Right Honourable Apostate [Philip Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield], on his present Unaccountable Conduct at this Critical Juncture; and on several other Important and National Affairs.

London: Printed for H. Carpenter, N.D., [1747?]. First Edition, half-title, [4], 9-51, [1]pp., disbound. At this time Chesterfield had recently resigned the Lord-Lieutenancy of Ireland, and had taken on the duties of Secretary of State. There had been a difference of opinion with the Duke of Newcastle on foreign policy during 1747 and Chesterfield was anxious to bring the continental war to a close.

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DOMESTICK AFFAIRS.

An Enquiry into the Conduct of our Domestick Affairs, from the Year 1721, to Christmas 1733. In which the Caes of our National Debts, in the Sinking Fund, and all Extraordinary Grants of Money are particularly consider'd. Being a Sequel to Politicks on both sides

London: Printed by H. Haines, at R. Francklin's in Russel-street, Covent-Garden, 1734. Third Edition, corrected, [3], 72 pp., pamphlet with a marbled paper spine.

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Book number: 30966

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DOMESTICK AFFAIRS.

An Enquiry into the Conduct of our Domestick Affairs, from the Year 1721, to the present time. In which the Caes of our National Debts, in the Sinking Fund, and all Extraordinary Grants of Money are particularly consider'd. Being a Sequel to Politicks on both sides

London: Printed by H. Haines, at R. Francklin's in Russel-street, Covent-Garden, 1734. 8vo, 68pp., light water-staining to lower inner corner,disbound.

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EAST INDIA AFFAIRS.

Papers Presented to the House of Commons, pursuant to their Orders of the 25th and 28th June 1805, relating to East India Affairs. No.1 [and Nos. 2, Supplement No. 3 to no. 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14].

[London: 1805-06. 13 vols. in one, folio, contemporary half calf, upper joint cracked but holding, rubbed, morocco labels. 1. Copy of a Minute of Sir John Shore,.... late Governor General of Bengal; detailing the measures adopted in Oude, which led to the deposition of Vizier Ally, and placing on the throne the Nabob Saadut Ally,.... [18 other papers], [4], 71, [1] pp. 2. Such Extracts of the Letter from the Governor-General in Council at Bengal,.... as relate to the Continuance of a Part of the Company's Troops in the Territories of the Nabob Vizier at Futtyghur;.... [15 other papers], 44 pp. Supplement 2. to No. 3. Rajars of Sasnee and Bidjeghur, and of Cutchura and Titteah. 271-302 pp. 5. No.6. - Copy of all Communications to the Secret Committee or Court of Directors, by the Governor General; respecting the Nabob Saadut Ally, previous to, or after, the Conclusion of the Treaty of Lucknow in 1801;.... with large folding map, 41, [1] pp. 6. Copy of a Treaty concluded between the Marquis Cornwallis, then Governor General of India, and the late Vizier Afoph ul Dowlah; in 1787.... [7 other papers], 19, [1] pp. 7. Copies and Extracts of such Proceeding of the Governor General in Council, as regard the Claims of Individuals on the late or present Nabob of Oude,.....29, [1] pp. 8. Account of all the Sums of Money which have been paid, by the East India Company, into His Majesty's Exchequer.... [8 other papers], 49, [1] pp. 9. A List of all Pensions payable by the East India Company:- and, a Return of all Sums of Money granted by way of Gratuity,... 13, [1] pp. 10. Copies of Covenants entered into by the Servants of the East India Company; and the Orders issued to their Servants relative to Loans from the same, to the Princes of India and Natives thereof. 20 pp. 11. Copies of Letters from Lord Cornwallis to the Court of Directors and Secret Committee, dated 1st August 1805;.... [2 other copies of letters], 15, [1] pp. 12. Return of the 1st, Order of.... the House of Commons of 18th April 1806, which requires, "Copy of a Treaty between Affuf ul Dowlah and the late Nabob of Furruckabad, and guaranteed by the Marquis Cornwallis, in 1787.", [15 other papers], 30 pp. 13. Extracts of Letters, &c. received from the Presidency of Bombay; relative to the Sum of Bombay Rupees 31,25,944,.... said to be Money lent to the Guicowar., 7, [1] pp. 14. Copies of all Applications to the Court of Directors by any Claimants on the late or present Nabob of Oude, with the Decision of the Court of Directors,.... 7, [1] pp.

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Book number: 37727

Keywords: ECONOMICS COMMERCE TRADE EAST INDIA COMPANY BOMBAY BENGAL

AGRICULTURE.

Catalogue of the Walter Frank Perkins Agricultural Library.

The University Library, Southampton. 1961. First Edition, large 8vo, xii, 291pp., one of 500 copies, frontis., orig. cloth. Over 2,000 titles mostly before 1900.

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Book number: 22255

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AGRICULTURE.

Catalogue of the Walter Frank Perkins Agricultural Library.

The University Library, Southampton. 1961. First Edition, large 8vo, xii, 291pp., one of 500 copies, frontis., orig. cloth. Over 2,000 titles mostly before 1900.

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Book number: 31304

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AGRICULTURE.

A Dissertation on the Nature of Soils, and the Properties of Manure: to which is added, the Method of making a Universal Compost, to supply the place of Dung, where that useful and necessary article cannot be obtained: the whole forming a body of intelligence calculated to establish facts that may be applied for the benefit of Mankind. London: Sold by Ridgway. 1828. First Edition, vii,[v],141,[1]pp., possibly lacking half-title, small ink splash to title, disbound. [Sold with:] An Appendix to the Dissertation on the Nature of Soils... This appendix forms a synopsis of the science of agriculture, practically delineated; pointing out the necessary things to be taken into consideration in the management of a farm.

Sold by Ridgway. 1830. First Edition, 35,[1]pp., disbound. The anonymous author of this volume "dedicatee his work to Sir John Sinclair, Foster Father of Agriculture... His universal compost was a substitute for manure and could be manufactured by everyone at small expense to supply the deficiency which existed all over the United Kingdom."—Fussell. Copac locates a single copy at the BL of the main work and the Goldsmiths'-Kress copy of the appendix. Fussell III, p.163.Perkins, 491; Goldsmiths'-Kress, no. 26140 (appendix only).

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Book number: 27387

Keywords: AGRICULTURE ANTIQUARIAN SOIL MANURE FARMING ECONOMICS

AGRICULTURE.

Dissertation on the Nature of Soils, and the Properties of Manure: to which is added, the Method of making a Universal Compost, to supply the place of Dung, where that useful and necessary article cannot be obtained: the whole forming a body of intelligence calculated to establish facts that may be applied for the benefit of Mankind, with a Synopsis of the Science of Agriculture, practically delineated; poiunting out the necessary things to be taked into consideration in the Management of a Farm.

London: London: Printed for Sherwood, Gilbert and Piper, Paternoster-Row, 1833. Enlarged edition, 8vo (215 x 130 mm), vii, [5], 141, [1], 35, [1] pp., a little foxing at the beginning and end, contemporary half calf, hinges cracked, spine lettered in gilt, a good clean copy. The anonymous author of this volume "dedicatee his work to Sir John Sinclair, Foster Father of Agriculture... His universal compost was a substitute for manure and could be manufactured by everyone at small expense to supply the deficiency which existed all over the United Kingdom."—Fussell.

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Book number: 37171

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AGRICULTURE.

Rothamsted Experimental Station Library. Catalogue of the Printed Books on Agriculture Published Between 1471 and 1840. With Notes on the Authors by Mary S. Aslin.

New York: Martino Publishing, (Reprint of the 1926 edition) 2002. Small 4to, 332pp., 22 plates, orig. cloth.

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Book number: 31224

Keywords: AGRICULTURE BIBLIOGRAPHY VETERINARY SCIENCE

AINSLE (Robert)

Memoir on the Fiorin Grass. With a prefatory letter on the subject from William Douglas esq. of Almorness, Advocate, addressed to the conductor of the Farmer's Magazine, as published in that Magazine of March 1812.

[Edinburgh: D. Willison, printer]. [1812]. 31,[1]pp., caption-title, disbound. National Library of Scotland copy only on Copac; Not in Fussell or Perkins.

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Book number: 27452

Keywords: AGRICULTURE FARMING ANTIQUARIAN ECONOMICS