The Rational Humourist:

(Juvenile.)

The Rational Humourist:

consisting of a Selection of Anecdotes, Bon Mots, &c. Elegant, Sentimental, and Mirthful.

Description: FIRST EDITION, engraved frontispiece, pp. [viii, including half-title and advertisement leaf], 208, 12mo, original sheep, spine rubbed, joints cracked, cords holding, good

Publication Details: Printed for Vernor and Hood, 1799

Notes: This seems to be the only edition, and it is rare: Bodley and San Francisco Public Library only in ESTC. ESTC calls for the advertisement leaf at the end, but not, apparently for a half-title. The anonymous editor in his Preface contrasts his purpose in publishing this book with the plethora of books for youth supposedly full of Amusement and Instruction. The frontispiece depicts a party at a decanter-laden table, three gentlemen and a lady, and a young boy clearly relishing the mirth.

Bibliography: (ESTC T168230)

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Price: £750

Subject: Childrens

Published Date: 1799

Stock Number: 48810

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