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Rights of Great Britain
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
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A collection of 11 publications justifying the usurpation of colonial rights by Parliament, various sizes of octavo, generally very good condition although some lack half-titles. Various bindings, mostly recent boards or calf. Comprising:
[Macpherson, James, or John Dalrymple, attributed to].The Rights of Great Britain Asserted Against the Claims of America: Begin an Answer to the Declaration of the General Congress. London: T. Cadell, 1776 [i.e. 1775]. Folding table. — [8 more editions including 2-5, 7-10th editions, each with a folding table] (Adams, American Controversy 75-95b, d, g, h, j, k) — The Rights of the British Colonies Considered. The Administration and Regulation of the Colonies Exploded. London: W. Flexney, [1765] (Adams 65-23) — The Rights of Parliament Vindicated, on Occasion of the late Stamp-Act. London: J. Almon, 1766 (Adams 66-51)
[Macpherson, James, or John Dalrymple, attributed to].The Rights of Great Britain Asserted Against the Claims of America: Begin an Answer to the Declaration of the General Congress. London: T. Cadell, 1776 [i.e. 1775]. Folding table. — [8 more editions including 2-5, 7-10th editions, each with a folding table] (Adams, American Controversy 75-95b, d, g, h, j, k) — The Rights of the British Colonies Considered. The Administration and Regulation of the Colonies Exploded. London: W. Flexney, [1765] (Adams 65-23) — The Rights of Parliament Vindicated, on Occasion of the late Stamp-Act. London: J. Almon, 1766 (Adams 66-51)
Condition
generally very good although some lack half titles. Modern bindings of board or calf.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.