Lacon, or many things in few words; Addressed to those who think (Vol.1)
New York: Charles Wells, 1832. Revised, First American Stereotype Edition. Hardcover. Octavo. (xii) 14-426pp. Black leather boards with gilt floral motifs and ruling on the covers. Gilt lettering, ruling and floral motifs on the spine. Gilt edges of the book block and dentelles. Illustrated title page. This a first American edition of this popular collection of aphorisms, observations and short essays by English eccentric Charles Caleb Colton. Among Colton's most enduring quotes is the now famous "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery".
Binding with some rubbing to extremities, including the head and tail of the spine. Starting at the interior front cover. Foxing and damp staining to the initial pages, with some continued minor sporadic foxing throughout the text. book block tight overall. Binding in good, interior in good+ condition overall. g to g+. Item #44163
Price: $75.00