First edition thus. 4to., pp. [xxxvi] 417 [cxxxv]. Additional engraved title-page, winged lion device to title, engraved end pieces and initials. Occasional light dampstaining particularly near bottom edge and top corner towards the rear, some very light spotting, leaf V1 tip of bottom corner lost not affecting text. Contemporary semi-limp vellum, later dark green morocco label to spine, date inked at tail, blind panelled boards. Vellum slightly yellowed with some smudgy marks, corners a little bumped, small hole to ffep. Armorial bookplate of Charles Vere Dashwood Esq. (1745-1821).