1777 Maurice Morgann Essay Sir John Falstaff SHAKESPEARE 1st Edition Rare Book For Sale

RARE 1777 FIRST EDITION – PROVENANCE: EARL OF MANSFIELD

• The Work: A landmark of 18th-century literary criticism. Maurice Morgann’s celebrated defense of Sir John Falstaff, arguing against the contemporary view of the character as a mere coward. Printed for T. Davies in Russel-Street, Covent Garden, London.

• Binding: Quarter-leather binding with marble boards. Contemporary 18th-century style. Spine is plain (no title/writing).