John Owen — The Fashionable World Displayed

London, J. Hatchard, 1804 . Leather. The second edition of John Owen's entertaining and humorous satire of the views of the 'fashionable world' as he observed them during his lifetime. The second edition of this uncommon work. An entertaining satire anonymously authored by John Owen, an English Anglican priest known for critiquing the vices of high society. Owen uses his satire to examine and dissect the conventions of 'The Fashionable World', including prevailing views on government, morality, law and religion. With a bookplate to the front pastedown, and inscription to half title. Retaining half title. Advertisement to the rear. In a half morocco binding, with marbled paper covered boards. Externally, excellent. Bookplate to front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Inscription to half title. Pages lightly age toned, with the odd spot and handling mark. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .