Shelfmark
Fl.7.11(11)
Author
Title
A modest defence of publick stews or, an essay upon whoring, as it is now practis'd in these kingdoms. Written by a layman. Answer'd.
Publication, distribution, etc.
London; : printed by A. Bussy in Ivy-Lane., M.DCC.XXV. [1725]
Physical description
x, [4], 65, [1] p. ; 19 cm. (8vo)
Note
In fact a reprint of the original work with an answer appended.
Note
Variously attributed to George Ogle and Bernard de Mandeville.
Note
Dedication signed: Phil-porney.
Note
Price from imprint: price One Shilling.
Citation/references note
ESTC, T144291
Provenance
Armorial bookplate of Edward Waddington, recording donation to Eton College in 1731.
Provenance
Armorial bookplate of Eton College.
Binding
18th century; inboard binding; sewn; paper boards; tight spine with four raised bands; quarter cover of tanned calf with marbled paper sides; endbands; endleaves; cut red and brown sprinkled edges.
Copy-specific note
Bound in a volume of pamphlets.
Copy-specific note
Previously: Dn.7.11.
Copy-specific note
Ms. contents list on flyleaf: "In this volume are contained".
Subject
Prostitution.
Added entry--name
Added entry--name
Added entry--name
Waddington, Edward, 1670 or 71 - 1731 former owner.
Added entry--place
England London.
Identifier
B41807