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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. 1st thus. Octavo Size [approx 15.5 x 22.8cm]. Very Good condition in a Very Good Slipcase. Slipcase has a couple of small marks. Illustrated with wood engravings by Richard Shirley Smith. 158 pages. A collection of the Sir Roger de Coverly essays as published in the Spectator in the early years of the 18th century. Sir Roger was a fictional character. Supposedly an English squire of Queen Anne's reign, Sir Roger exemplified the values of an old country gentleman. He was portrayed as lovable but somewhat ridiculous. Includes a biographical note on Addison. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels.…