ADAMS, John (1735-1826). A Defence of the Constitutions of Government of the United States of America. London: Charles Dilly, 1787.
8o (208 x 128 mm). Contemporary calf (rebacked to match, some light rubbing).
FIRST EDITION OF ADAMS'S FAMOUS POLITICAL TREATISE. It was first published in this form as a complete work. The following year Adams wrote the second and third volumes. Sabin 233, Howes A-60.
ADAMS, John (1735-1826). A Defence of the Constitutions of Government of the United States of America. London: Charles Dilly, 1787.
8o (208 x 128 mm). Contemporary calf (rebacked to match, some light rubbing).
FIRST EDITION OF ADAMS'S FAMOUS POLITICAL TREATISE. It was first published in this form as a complete work. The following year Adams wrote the second and third volumes. Sabin 233, Howes A-60.
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