Hogarth Moralized. Being a complete edition of Hogarth's works. Containing near fourscore copper-plates, most elegantly engraved. With an explanation, pointing out the many beauties that may have hitherto escaped notice; and a comment on their moral tendency. Calculated to improve the Minds of Youth, and, convey Instruction, under the Mask of Entertainment. Now First Published, With the Approbation of Jane Hogarth, Widow of the late Mr. Hogarth

Truster, John; William Hogarth

Published by S. Hooper, the East Corner of hte New Church in the Strand; and, Mrs. Hogarth, at her house in Leicsterfields, London, 1768

About this Item

19 x 13.5 cm. Octavo. [4],viii,212,v,[3] p. Engraved title page and frontispiece. Bound in 19th century leather, spine rebacked. Illustrated with 78 engravings by William Hogarth. A previous owner's name, Thomas Zouch, on the engraved title page. Zouch (1737-1815) was an editor and biographer of Izaak Walton (i.e. "The Compleat Angler"). A more recent owner's bookplate with initial J.L. printed on it on front fixed endpaper. ESTC T10099. Seller Inventory # 70201

Bibliographic Details

Title: Hogarth Moralized. Being a complete edition ...

Publisher: S. Hooper, the East Corner of hte New Church in the Strand; and, Mrs. Hogarth, at her house in Leicsterfields, London

Publication Date: 1768

Binding: Full Leather

Condition: Very Good