Anonymous — An Historical, Genealogical, and Classical Dictionary

London, A. Millar, 1743. First edition. Leather. The very scarce first edition of this alphabetically arranged series of short biographies of the most important individuals from 'the several ages and nations of the world&apos. The scarce first edition of this work. Complete in two volumes. An alphabetically arranged collection of biographies of notable individuals throughout world history, from Nicolas Aagardus to Zoroaster, King of the Bactrians.  Printed in two columns and without page numbers, the register runs: [3], B-Z6; [1], A-2A6, 2B2. Collated, complete. ESTC N6776 The work is 'calculated not only for the use of schools, but for all persons who are desirous of being acquainted with ancient and modern history&apos. In full calf bindings. Rubbing to boards. Major loss of calf to back strips, only retaining small portions. Handwritten paper labels too back strips. Joints starting, with vol I front board firmly held and volume II rear board tenderly held by two cords only. Volume II rear board firmly held, and front board tenderly held by two cords only. Internally, firmly bound. Inscription to title page head. Internally, bindings strained but firmly held. Pages clean and bright. Good Only . Ill.: None. Good Only .