A POLITICAL DICTIONARY: EXPLAINING THE TRUE MEANING OF WORDS

Pigott, Charles

Published by Thomas Greenleaf, New York, 1796

Condition: Used

Save for Later

Sold by David M. Lesser, ABAA, Woodbridge, CT, U.S.A.

Association Member:

AbeBooks Seller since 20 October 1997

Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used

Price: � 378.62 Convert Currency

� 7.35 shipping within U.S.A. Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Save for Later

About this Item

Contemporary calf, with gilt spine rules and gilt-lettered red morocco spine label [binding lightly worn]. 198pp. Scattered spotting to last twenty pages. Else Very Good. Contemporary signature of F.G. Stiles, and bookplate of renowned Americanist Michael Zinman. "A satire directed principally against the English government" [NAIP]. But it held obvious interest to Americans, who had recently completed their revolution against the British tyranny described here. The definitions run from A to Y. 'Absurdity,' the first word in the dictionary, is explained with reference to Mr. Pitt's policies. A church is defined as "A patent for hypocrisy; the refuge of sloth, ignorance and superstition." Habeas Corpus was "hitherto considered the palladium of British liberty, but now by an act of Parliament, suspended." The first edition issued from London in 1795. Greenleaf printed a second American edition in 1797. FIRST AMERICAN EDITION. Evans 31011. NAIP w028925.

Seller Inventory # 39902

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

A POLITICAL DICTIONARY: EXPLAINING THE TRUE MEANING OF WORDS

Publisher

Thomas Greenleaf, New York

Publication Date

1796

Seller catalogs

Store Description

David M. Lesser specializes in Americana of the 18th and 19th Centuries. Some areas of concentration are listed above. Please call for an appointment to see my stock in person at my office. My web site is available for your perusal at www.lesserbooks.com.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Association Member

Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

David M. Lesser, ABAA
CT, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

All items are subject to prior sale, and guaranteed as described. Wrappers described when present; 'dbd' means disbound. Items reserved for 7 days after order, pending receipt of payment. Any item returnable within 10 days after receipt, in same condition as sent, for any reason; except that the Consumer Rights Directive of the European Commission shall apply to any transaction subject to that Directive. Prior notification required. My liability limited to purchase price paid. Institutions bille...

More Information

Right of cancellation

Shipping Terms

Postage or shipping to addresses in the United States: $7.00 1st book, $1.50 each additional item. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required. Non-U.S. shipments charged at cost. We observe all customs regulations.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 14 business days	3 to 6 business days
First item	� 7.35	� 7.35

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.

Payment Methods

Check Money Order Cash Bank Draft

Add to Wants