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Calvary & Co.Manuale Bibliographum ... 8vo, pp. (2), 88.

Typis expressit Gumprecht Berlinensis.[1861.]

Camus(A. G.) Mémoire sur la Collection des grands et petits voyages, et sur la Collection des voyages de Melchisedech Thévenot; par A. G. Camus.... Imprimé par l'ordre et aux frais de l'Institut. 4to, Half-Title, pp. iij, 401, 2 l.

Paris: Baudouin, imprimeur.1802.

An excellent specimen of bibliographical analysis, and indispensable to the "De Bry" and "Thévenot" collectors.

An excellent specimen of bibliographical analysis, and indispensable to the "De Bry" and "Thévenot" collectors.

Camus.Bibliothèque Choisie des livres de Droit qu'il est le plus utile d'acquerer et de connaitre, par [Arm. Gast.] Camus. Cinquième édition, nouvellement revue et augmentée par Dupin aîné. 8vo.

Bruxelles.1833.

Cancelllieri(Fr.) Dissertazione intorno agli uomini dotati di gran memoria ad a quelli divenuti smemorati, colle bibliotechedegli scritori sopra gli eruditi precoci, la memoria artificiale ed il giuoco degli scacchi. 8vo.

Roma.1715.

Capitaine(U.) Recherches historiques et bibliographiques sur les journaux et les écrits périodiques liégeois, par Ulysse Capitaine. 16mo, pp. xlii, 344.

Liege: Desrer.1850.

Carayon(P. A.) Bibliographie historique de la compagnie de Jésus ou catalogue des ouvrages relatifs à l'histoire des Jésuites, depuis leur origine jusqu'à nos jours par le P. Auguste Carayon ... 4to, pp. viii, 612.

Paris: Auguste Durand[etc.]MDCCCLXIV.

Cariere(J. F.) Bibliothèque littéraire, historique et critique, de la Médicine ancienne et moderne. Par Joseph Francois Cariere. Vols.I.andII.4to, pp. xxxix, 536; viii, 575.

Paris: Ruault.1776.

Casiri(C. M.) Bibliotheca Arabico-Hispana Escurialensis, sive Librorum omnium MSS. quos Arabicè ab auctoris magnam partem Arabo-Hispanis compositos Bibliotheca Coenobii Escurialensis complectitur. Recensa et Explanatio operà & studio C. Michaelis Casiri.... 2 vols., folio, pp. (16), xxiv, 544; (8), 565.

Matriti.1760-70.

This work must ever be highly valued as affording the only complete index to the rich repertory of Arabian Manuscripts in the Escurial, and for the ample evidence which it exhibits of the science and mental culture of the Spanish Arabs. Gibbon remarks: "The execution of this work does honour to the Spanish press. The MSS., to the number of 1851, are judiciously classified by the Editor, and his copious extracts throw some light on the Mahommedan literature and history of Spain."

This work must ever be highly valued as affording the only complete index to the rich repertory of Arabian Manuscripts in the Escurial, and for the ample evidence which it exhibits of the science and mental culture of the Spanish Arabs. Gibbon remarks: "The execution of this work does honour to the Spanish press. The MSS., to the number of 1851, are judiciously classified by the Editor, and his copious extracts throw some light on the Mahommedan literature and history of Spain."

Castro(J. R. de). Biblioteca Española ... Su autor Joseph Rodriguez de Castro. 2 vols., folio, pp. (32), 668, Index, (84); (8), 749.

Madrid, en la Imprenta Real.1781-86.

Vol.I., Spanish Rabbin writers to the close of seventeenth century; Vol.II., Spanish Pagan and Christian writers to the eighteenth century.

Vol.I., Spanish Rabbin writers to the close of seventeenth century; Vol.II., Spanish Pagan and Christian writers to the eighteenth century.

Catalogue or Alphabetical Index of the Astor Library.... PartI.Authors and Books. [Compiled by J. G. Cogswell.] ... 8vo, pp. v, 2110.New York: Printed by R. Craighead.1857-1861. + Supplement ... with an Alphabetical Index of Subjects in all the Volumes.... 8vo, pp. (4), 605.

New York.1866.

With title-pages to divide the work into five volumes.

With title-pages to divide the work into five volumes.

Catalogue of Books relating to America, in the Collection of Colonel Aspinwall, Consul of the United States of America at London. 8vo, pp. (4), 66.

[Paris.1831?].

The collection comprises 771 rare and valuable articles, collected by its worthy possessor during his long residence at London as Consul-General. They were subsequently purchased by Mr. S. L. M. Barlow of New York.

The collection comprises 771 rare and valuable articles, collected by its worthy possessor during his long residence at London as Consul-General. They were subsequently purchased by Mr. S. L. M. Barlow of New York.

Catalogue of the Library of the American Philosophical Society, held at Philadelphia for promoting Useful Knowledge. Published by order of the Society. 8vo, pp. xv, 290.

Philadelphia: Joseph R. A. Skerrett.1824.

Catalogue of the American Philosophical Society Library. PartI.,II.... 8vo, pp. 634.

Philadelphia: Caxton Press of C. Sherman, Son & Co.[1863-66.]

A Catalogue of Books in the Library of the American Antiquarian Society, in Worcester, Massachusetts. [By C. C. Baldwin.] 8vo, pp. 571 in all.

Worcester.1837.

This catalogue is replete with the rarest of American pamphlets.

This catalogue is replete with the rarest of American pamphlets.

Alphabetical Catalogue of the Library of Parliament: being an Index of the Classified Catalogue Printed in 1851 and 1858, and to Books added to 1st March, 1862. 8vo, pp. 313.Québec: Hunter, Rose & Co.1862. + ... Printed in 1857, 1858, and 1864, and to the Books and Pamphlets since added to the Library, up to 1st October, 1867.... 8vo, pp. 496.

Ottawa: Printed by G. E. Desbarats.1867.

The title-pages, rules, etc., of all the following catalogues, are also given in French.

The title-pages, rules, etc., of all the following catalogues, are also given in French.

Catalogue of the Library of Parliament: General Library. 8vo, pp. (2), 1074.

Toronto: John Lovell.1857.

Catalogue of the Library of Parliament. Works relating to America. Pamphlets and Manuscripts. Index to Authors and Subjects. 8vo, pp. viii, 1075-1895, (1).

Toronto: John Lovell.1858.

Catalogue of Books in the Library of the Legislative Assembly of Canada.... 8vo, pp. 123.Montreal.1846. + Alphabetical Catalogue. [No title-page.] 8vo, pp. 21. + Supplement.... ( ... Books added in ... 1846. 8vo, pp. 24.

Montreal.1847.

This library was entirely destroyed by the mob in the Spring of 1849.

This library was entirely destroyed by the mob in the Spring of 1849.

Supplementary Catalogue of the Library of Parliament. Books added ... since 12th February, 1864.... 8vo, pp. 19.

Quebec.1865.

Titles, rules, etc., also in French. Other catalogues of the Library of the House of Assembly were published:Quebec, 1835;Kingston, 1842; andToronto, 1850-51, all in octavo.

Titles, rules, etc., also in French. Other catalogues of the Library of the House of Assembly were published:Quebec, 1835;Kingston, 1842; andToronto, 1850-51, all in octavo.

Catalogue of Books relating to the History of America, forming Part of the Library of the Legislative Assembly of Canada. 8vo, Title, pp. 29.Quebec.1845. + ... Books added.... 8vo, pp. 8.

Montreal.1846.

With a second title-page: “Catalogue d'ouvrages,” etc.

With a second title-page: “Catalogue d'ouvrages,” etc.

Catalogue of Books in the Library of Parliament.... 8vo, pp. 130.

Quebec.1852.

Catalogue d'un Choix de Livres relatifs à l'Amérique et particulièrement aux Antiquités et à l'Histoire naturelle du Mexique. 8vo.

Paris.1857.

"Eine kleine, aber gut gewählte und geordnete Sammlung von 280 Nrr.”—Petzholdt.

"Eine kleine, aber gut gewählte und geordnete Sammlung von 280 Nrr.”—Petzholdt.

Catalogue d'une Collection de Livres précieux sur l'Amérique parus depuis l'an 1508 jusqu'à nos jours en vente chez F. A. Brockhaus à Leipzig. 8vo, pp. 71.

Leipzig: F. A. Brockhaus.1866.

See alsoTrömel (P.)

See alsoTrömel (P.)

Catalogue général des livres composant les bibliothèques du département de la marine et des colonies.... 5 vols., rl. 8vo, pp. xxiv, 468; (6), xxviii, 868; xix, 594; (6), xviii, 530; (8), xvi, 404.

Paris: Imprimerie Royale.1838-43.

This elaborate work, edited by Louis Marie Bajot, is quite a “model catalogue.” It describes eighteen thousand different works, and shows at one view the contents of three libraries. It is indispensable to the collector of books relating to the French colonies.SeePetzholdt, p. 748.

This elaborate work, edited by Louis Marie Bajot, is quite a “model catalogue.” It describes eighteen thousand different works, and shows at one view the contents of three libraries. It is indispensable to the collector of books relating to the French colonies.SeePetzholdt, p. 748.

A Catalogue of Adversaria and Printed Books, containing MS. Notes preserved in the University of Cambridge. Edited for the Syndics of the University Press [by H. R. Luard]. 8vo.

Cambridge.1864.

Catalogue of the Reference Department of the Birmingham Free Library. By J. D. Mullins. 1869. 8vo, pp. viii, 379.

Birmingham.[n. d.]

Notable as being at once alphabetical and classified, and containing a setting out of the contents of such collections as the Harleian Miscellany, the Somers Tracts, the Pamphleteer, Collections of Plays (under Drama), Voyages and Travels, Constable's Miscellany, Edinburgh Cabinet Library, Murray's Family Library, Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopædia, Library of Entertaining Knowledge, Smithsonian Contributions to Knowledge, Traveller's Library, the Bampton Lectures, Clark's Foreign Theological Library, Library of Anglo-Catholic Theology, Library of the Fathers, and the Publications of the Camden, Chetham, Calvin Translation Early English Text, English Historical, Hakluyt, Parker, Percy, Ray, Sydenham, and New Sydenham, and other learned Societies; also, a large collection of Shakespeariana, forming the Tercentenary Shakespeare Memorial Library.

Notable as being at once alphabetical and classified, and containing a setting out of the contents of such collections as the Harleian Miscellany, the Somers Tracts, the Pamphleteer, Collections of Plays (under Drama), Voyages and Travels, Constable's Miscellany, Edinburgh Cabinet Library, Murray's Family Library, Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopædia, Library of Entertaining Knowledge, Smithsonian Contributions to Knowledge, Traveller's Library, the Bampton Lectures, Clark's Foreign Theological Library, Library of Anglo-Catholic Theology, Library of the Fathers, and the Publications of the Camden, Chetham, Calvin Translation Early English Text, English Historical, Hakluyt, Parker, Percy, Ray, Sydenham, and New Sydenham, and other learned Societies; also, a large collection of Shakespeariana, forming the Tercentenary Shakespeare Memorial Library.

A Catalogue of Books belonging to the Lower Hall of the Central Department, in the Classes of History, Biography, and Travel.... Second, or Consolidated Edition, July, 1873. 8vo, pp. 304.

Boston: By the Library.1873.

With very full and valuable notes under each subject, characterizing the various works upon it, and referring to articles in periodicals, essays, etc.

With very full and valuable notes under each subject, characterizing the various works upon it, and referring to articles in periodicals, essays, etc.

A Catalogue of all Books printed in the United States, with the prices and places where published annexed.... 12mo, pp. xii, 79.

Printed for the Booksellers at Boston, January, 1804.

Catalogue of Anti-Masonic Books.

Boston.1852.

Catalogue of a Collection of Works on Pageantry bequeathed to the Society of Antiquaries of London by the late Frederick William Fairholt, Esq.,F.S.A.[By C. Knight Watson.] 8vo.

London.1869.

Catalogue of Periodicals, Newspapers, and Transactions of various Societies, also a List of Metropolitan Printing Societies and Clubs. 1848 to 1870. Rl. 8vo.

London.1848.

Commenced in 1848, and continued annually.

Commenced in 1848, and continued annually.

Catalogue of the Library of the Athenæum Club, with the Supplement, comprising the extensive collection of Tracts, and classified Index of Subjects. 2 vols., rl. 8vo.

Printed for Members only.1845-51.

Catalogue of the Library of the Corporation of the City of London. 8vo.

Printed only for the Members of the Corporation.1840.

Catalogue of the Library of the London Institution, Systematically classed. With Index and Additions. 4 vols., rl. 8vo.

London.1835-52.

An excellent catalogue, compiled by Upcott, Brayley, and others.

An excellent catalogue, compiled by Upcott, Brayley, and others.

Catalogue of the Books in the Manchester Free Library. Reference Department. Prepared by A. Crestadore,PH.D.8vo, pp. vii, 975.

London.1864.

Contains 26,000 distinct works and index, title-pages given in full.

Contains 26,000 distinct works and index, title-pages given in full.

A Catalogue of the Library of the Hon. East India Company. Rl. 8vo, pp. viii, 325.London.1845. + A Supplemental Catalogue, pp. viii, 239.

[Ibid.] 1851.

Catalogue of the Printed Books and Manuscripts in the Library of the Faculty of Advocates in Edinburgh. [By Alexander Brown, the librarian.] 4 vols., folio.

Edinburgh.1742-43.

Catalogue of the Library of the Royal Artillery at Woolwich, with Supplement. 8vo, pp. xii, 325.

Woolwich: Coleman.1825-30.

Catalogue of the Library of the Royal Society of London.

London.1825.

Catalogue of the Library of the Society of Writers to the Signet. In Four Parts. With a General Index. 2 vols., 4to.

Edinburgh.1805-37.

"One of the best arranged catalogues upon De Bure's system that has ever appeared.”—T. H. Horne.

"One of the best arranged catalogues upon De Bure's system that has ever appeared.”—T. H. Horne.

Catalogue of the Liverpool Free Public Library. Established 1852. With First Supplemental Catalogue. 8vo.

Liverpool.1852-53.

Valuable for its classification.

Valuable for its classification.

A Catalogue of Works in all departments of English Literature, Classified with ... Index. Corrected to March,MDCCCXLIII. 8vo, pp. xiii, 144.

London: Longman.[1843.]

Catalogus librorum quibus aucta est Bibliotheca Collegii SS. Trinitatis. 8vo.

Dublin.1854.

Catalogus librorum impressorum qui in Bibliotheca Collegii, ... Trinitatis, juxta Dublinium, adservantur. Folio.

Dublin.1864.

Each of these catalogues of the Library of Trinity College are edited by James Henthorn Todd,D.D., librarian.

Each of these catalogues of the Library of Trinity College are edited by James Henthorn Todd,D.D., librarian.

Cave(W.) Scriptorum Ecclesiasticorum Historia Literaria, a Christo Nato usque ad SæculumXIV.facili methodo digesta ... Accedunt Scriptores Gentiles Christianæ Religionis Oppugnatores; & cujusvis Sæculi Breviarum, ... Autore Gulielmo Cave. Editio novissima, ab Autore Ipsomet ante Obitum recognita & auctior facta. 2 vols., folio, pp. (10), lxviii, 668, (14), 358; (8), 252, 88, 142.

Oxonii e Theatro Sheldoniano.1740-43.

"A capital performance, which discovers great reading, research, and accuracy, and contains much important information in comparatively little room.”—Orme.This is still the most ample, correct, and complete work of the sort in existence, and is absolutely necessary to the student of ecclesiastical history or of Christian writers, down to the fifteenth century. This edition was reprinted,Basiliæ.1741-45. 2 vols., folio.

"A capital performance, which discovers great reading, research, and accuracy, and contains much important information in comparatively little room.”—Orme.This is still the most ample, correct, and complete work of the sort in existence, and is absolutely necessary to the student of ecclesiastical history or of Christian writers, down to the fifteenth century. This edition was reprinted,Basiliæ.1741-45. 2 vols., folio.

[Cavender(C. H.)] Catalogue of Works in Refutation of Methodism, From its Origin in 1729, to the Present Time. Of those by Methodist Authors on Lay-Representation, Methodist Episcopacy, etc., etc., and of the Political Pamphlets relating to Wesley's “Calm Address to our American Colonies.” Compiled by H. C. Decanver. 8vo, pp. 54.Philadelphia.1846. + Second Edition, Revised by the Author. 8vo, pp. 56.

New York.1868.

The author's real name is C. H. Cavender. Decanver is an anagram.

The author's real name is C. H. Cavender. Decanver is an anagram.

Ceillier(R.) Histoire générale des Auteurs sacrés et ecclesiastiques, qui contient leur Vie, le Catalogue, la Critique, le Jugement, la Chronologie, l'Analysis & le Dénombrement des différentes Éditions de leur Ouvrages: ... Par Remy Ceillier. 23 vols., 4to.

Paris: Le Mercier, &c.1729-52.

Cerf(Le). Bibliothèque historique et critique des auteurs de la congrégation de Saint-Maur. 12mo.

La Haye.1726.

Challen(H.) Publishers' Uniform Trade List Directory, comprising all the Books, Old and New, of upwards of Two Hundred Publishers. By H. Challen. 8vo, pp. 831.

Philadelphia: H. Challen.

Also: The Uniform Trade List Circular.... 8vo, Title, pp. 19-323.Philadelphia: Howard Challen.[1867.]

Also: The Uniform Trade List Circular.... 8vo, Title, pp. 19-323.Philadelphia: Howard Challen.[1867.]

Chassant(L. Alph.) Dictionnaire des abbréviations Latines et Françaises, usités dans les inscriptions lapidaires et métalliques, les manuscrits et les chartes. Troisième édition, 12mo.

Paris.1866.

Chassant.Paléographie des Chartes et des Manuscrits du xieau xviiesiècle. Sixième édition. 8vo.

Paris.1866.

Ten plates, quarto size.

Ten plates, quarto size.

Le Chasseur Bibliographe. Revue bibliographique, littéraire, critique et anecdotique, rédigée par une Société de Bibliographes et de Bibliophiles, ...

Paris: François.1862.

Chaumette(A.) Catalogue des Livres et MSS. composant la bibliothèque de feu A. Chaumette des Fosses; dont la vente aura lieu le jeudi 3 novembre 1842 ... 8vo, pp. viij, 190.

Paris.1842.

Rich in works relating to the language and history of America.

Rich in works relating to the language and history of America.

Chevon(P.) Catalogue général de la Libraire Française au xixesiècle ... par Paul Chevon.

Paris: Jannet.1856-59.

Vols.I.-III.only published. Stops at Dubuison.

Vols.I.-III.only published. Stops at Dubuison.

Choulant(L.) Graphische Incunabeln für Naturgeschichte und Medicin. Bibliographie der Drucke des xvtenund xvitenJahrhunderts, welche mit illustrirenden Abbildungen versehen sind. 8vo, pp. xx 168.

Leipzig: R. Weigel.1851.

Ciampi(C.) Bibliografia critica delle Antiche Reciproche Corrispondenze ... dell' Italia colla Russia, colla Polonia, ed altre parti Settentrionali, il tutto raccolta ed illustrato con brevi Cennibiografici delli Autore meno conosciuti da Sebastiano Ciampi. 3 vols., 8vo, pp. (6), v, 336; xii, 326; (6), 137.

Firenze: Allegrini e Mazzoni.1834-42.

A great work, happily conceived, well executed, and full of the most interesting details. It is not a mere catalogue; extracts from the books and accounts of the authors are met in every page.SeePetzholdt, p. 849.

A great work, happily conceived, well executed, and full of the most interesting details. It is not a mere catalogue; extracts from the books and accounts of the authors are met in every page.SeePetzholdt, p. 849.

[Clarke(Adam).] A Bibliographical Dictionary; containing a Chronological Account, Alphabetically Arranged, of the most Curious, Scarce, Useful, and Important Books in all departments of Literature ... including ... Harwood's View of the Classics, ... [and] An Essay on Bibliography. 6 vols., 12mo.

Liverpool.1802-4.

"A creditable work for a first attempt. Contains a summary of the Life of each Author, the Times when he lived, and his Works."—Lowndes.

"A creditable work for a first attempt. Contains a summary of the Life of each Author, the Times when he lived, and his Works."—Lowndes.

[Clarke.] The Bibliographical Miscellany, or Supplement to the Bibliographical Dictionary. 2 vols., 12mo.

London.1806.

Usually found with the preceding work.

Usually found with the preceding work.

Clarke(E.) Letters concerning the Spanish Nation. By Edward Clarke. 4to.

1763.

Contains Catalogues of Spanish Authors, and of the Greek and Hebrew Manuscripts in the Escurial—Gregory Mayars on Hebrew and Arabic Learning in Spain, and his account of the celebrated Complutensian Polyglott of Card. Ximenes; also, a description of the Bull-feasts of 1760.

Contains Catalogues of Spanish Authors, and of the Greek and Hebrew Manuscripts in the Escurial—Gregory Mayars on Hebrew and Arabic Learning in Spain, and his account of the celebrated Complutensian Polyglott of Card. Ximenes; also, a description of the Bull-feasts of 1760.

Clarke(J.) Bibliotheca Legum, or Complete Catalogue of the Common and Statute Law Books of the United Kingdom ... By John Clarke. 12mo.

London.1819.

[Clarke(W.)] Repertorium Bibliographicum; or some Account of the most celebrated British Libraries. Rl. 8vo.

London: William Clarke.MDCCCXIX.

The late Mr. Beckford assisted in the compilation of this work, particularly in the description of his own library at Fonthill. Fifty copies were printed on large paper, in 2 vols., impl. 8vo, with portraits of eminent book-collectors. Copies are sometimes found with "A Dialogue in the Shades, Rare Doings at Roxburghe Hall, and the Diary of Roger Payne, with plate of his monument." Of this plate twelve copies were printed with a variation.

The late Mr. Beckford assisted in the compilation of this work, particularly in the description of his own library at Fonthill. Fifty copies were printed on large paper, in 2 vols., impl. 8vo, with portraits of eminent book-collectors. Copies are sometimes found with "A Dialogue in the Shades, Rare Doings at Roxburghe Hall, and the Diary of Roger Payne, with plate of his monument." Of this plate twelve copies were printed with a variation.

Clavel(Robert). The General Catalogue of Books, printed in England since the Dreadful Fire of London,MDCLXVI. To the end of Trinity Term,MDCLXXX. Together with the ... Author's Names, ... Playes acted at both Theatres, ... With an Account of ... all the Books of Law, Navigation, Musick, &c. Collected by R. Clavel.

London.1675-89.

Published in thirty-two or more numbers; the first in 1674. A fourth edition was published in 1696, folio.SeePetzholdt, p. 343.

Published in thirty-two or more numbers; the first in 1674. A fourth edition was published in 1696, folio.SeePetzholdt, p. 343.

Clement(D.) Bibliothèque Curieuse, Historique et Critique; ou Catalogue raisonné de Livres difficiles à trouver, par David Clement. 9 vols., rl. 4to.

Göttingen, Hannover, et Leipsic.1750-60.

"Asine qua nonwith collectors; but in this country it begins to be—to use the figurative language of some of the German bibliographers—'scarcer than a white crow or a black swan.' The reader may admit which simile he pleases, or reject both! but in sober earnestness it is very rare and unconscionably dear."—Dibdin.Per contra, it usually sells very cheap. One copy was printed on large paper.

"Asine qua nonwith collectors; but in this country it begins to be—to use the figurative language of some of the German bibliographers—'scarcer than a white crow or a black swan.' The reader may admit which simile he pleases, or reject both! but in sober earnestness it is very rare and unconscionably dear."—Dibdin.Per contra, it usually sells very cheap. One copy was printed on large paper.

Coggeshall(W. T.) The Newspaper Record, containing a Complete List of Newspapers and Periodicals in the United States, Canadas, and Great Britain, together with a Sketch of the Origin and Progress of Printing, with some Facts about Newspapers in Europe and America. By W. T. Coggeshall. 8vo, pp. xiv, 194.

Philadelphia: Kay & Brother.1856.

Cogswell(Joseph Green). [Bibliography of] Literary History. 8vo, pp. 112.

[Cambridge.1822 or 1823.]

Collier(J. P.) A Bibliographical and Critical Account of the Rarest Books in the English Language, Alphabetically arranged, which during the last fifty years, have come under the observation of J. Payne Collier,F.S.A.2 vols., 8vo.

London: Joseph Lilly.1865. +New York: Scribner & Co.1865. 4 vols., cr. 8vo.

Of the New York edition some copies are on large paper, and five copies were printed on India paper. In the New York reprint all the "Addenda and Corrigenda" which are prefixed to the first volume of that edition are placed in their proper positions. The "Index," also, is greatly enlarged. This valuable and interesting work is, in fact, an extended edition of the author's catalogue of the Duke of Bridgewater's library. It describes books which, for the most part, are so scarce, that but few American libraries possess them; and Mr. Collier has performed an acceptable office in quoting largely from the works he has described.

Of the New York edition some copies are on large paper, and five copies were printed on India paper. In the New York reprint all the "Addenda and Corrigenda" which are prefixed to the first volume of that edition are placed in their proper positions. The "Index," also, is greatly enlarged. This valuable and interesting work is, in fact, an extended edition of the author's catalogue of the Duke of Bridgewater's library. It describes books which, for the most part, are so scarce, that but few American libraries possess them; and Mr. Collier has performed an acceptable office in quoting largely from the works he has described.

Collier.Catalogue Bibliographical and Critical of Early English Literature, forming a portion of the Library at Bridgewater-House. By J. P. Collier. 4to. Facsimile Engravings of Autograph Inscriptions, &c.

London.1837.

One of the most interesting and copious bibliographical works upon early English literature ever printed, intended for private circulation only, printed at the expense of the Earl of Ellesmere.

One of the most interesting and copious bibliographical works upon early English literature ever printed, intended for private circulation only, printed at the expense of the Earl of Ellesmere.

Collier.Extracts from the Registers of the Stationers' Company of Works entered for Publication between 1557 and 1587, with Notes and Illustrations. By J. P. Collier. 2 vols., 8vo.

Shakespeare Society.1849.

A work of great value to all interested in bibliographical pursuits; many old ballads of the utmost rarity are printed entire.

A work of great value to all interested in bibliographical pursuits; many old ballads of the utmost rarity are printed entire.

Comi(Siro). Memorie bibliografiche per la Storia della tipografia Pavese del SecoloXV. 8vo.

Pavia.1807.

Comolli(A.) Bibliografia storico-critica dell' Architettura civile ed arti subalterne. Dell' Abate Angelo Comolli. 4 vols., 4to.

Roma Vaticana di Salvioni.1788-92.

[Compton(Henry).] A Catalogue of the most vendible Books in England, Orderly and Alphabetically Digested; Under the Heads of Divinity, History, Physick, and Chirurgery, Law, Arithmetick, Geometry, Astrologie, Dialling, Measuring Land and Timber, Gageing, Navigation, Architecture, Horsemanship, Faulconry, Merchandize, Limning, Military Discipline, Heraldry, Fortification and Fire-works, Husbandry, Gardening, Romances, Poems, Playes, &c. With Hebrew, Greek, and Latin Books, for Schools and Scholars. The like Work never yet performed by any.... 4to.

London, Printed in the Year1658.

Congress.Alphabetical Catalogue of the Library of Congress. Authors. Imp. 8vo, pp. 1236.

Washington: Government Printing Office.1864.

Catalogue of the Library of Congress. Index of Subjects. 2 vols., imp. 8vo, pp. iv, (2), 976; (4), 977-1744.

Washington: Government Printing Office.1869.

The foregoing Catalogue and Index of Subjects were prepared under the direction of Mr. Spofford, Librarian of Congress.

The foregoing Catalogue and Index of Subjects were prepared under the direction of Mr. Spofford, Librarian of Congress.

Constantin(L. A.) Bibliothéconomie, ou Nouveau Manuel complet pour l'arrangement, la conservation et l'administration des Bibliothèques. Nouvelle édition, revue, augmentée et ornée de figures. 18mo.

Paris.1841.

Copinger(W. A.) The Law of Copyright in Works of Literature and Art, &c. 8vo.

London.1870.

The latest work on the subject.

The latest work on the subject.

Corser(T.) Collectanea Anglo-Poetica; or, a Bibliographical and Descriptive Catalogue of a Portion of a Collection of Early English Poetry. With occasional Extracts and Remarks Biographical and Critical. 2 vols., 4to.

Printed for the Chetham Society.1860-69.

Chetham Society's Publications, Vols.LII.,LV.,LXXI., andLXXVII.

Chetham Society's Publications, Vols.LII.,LV.,LXXI., andLXXVII.

Corwin(E. B.) ... Catalogue of the ... Books, ... &c., of the late Mr. E. B. Corwin, ... relating to America, ... &c.... sold ... November 10th, 1856,.... 8vo, pp. vii, 263.

[New York.1856.]

Prepared by Joseph Sabin. One hundred copies printed on large paper.

Prepared by Joseph Sabin. One hundred copies printed on large paper.

Cotton(H.) List of Editions of the Bible and Parts thereof, in English, from the year 1505 to 1850, with an Appendix, containing Specimens of Translations and Bibliographical Descriptions. By Henry Cotton,D.C.L.... Second Edition. 8vo.

Oxford.MDCCCLII.

Twelve copies printed on thick paper. First published,Oxford. 1821.

Twelve copies printed on thick paper. First published,Oxford. 1821.

Cotton.The Typographical Gazetteer, attempted by the Rev. Henry Cotton.... 8vo, pp. xvi, 219.Oxford: Clarendon Press.MDCCCXXV.+ Second Edition, Corrected and much Enlarged. 8vo, pp. xviii, 393.Oxford: University Press.MDCCCXXXI.+ Second Series. 8vo, pp. xvi, 376, (1).

Oxford: Clarendon Press.MDCCCLXVI.

A useful book of reference, containing a list of the places of printing, with notices of the most celebrated printers, and of their principal works. The number of American places cited in the Second Series is very large, and pp. 243-308 are devoted to a monograph on the newspaper press in the United States.

A useful book of reference, containing a list of the places of printing, with notices of the most celebrated printers, and of their principal works. The number of American places cited in the Second Series is very large, and pp. 243-308 are devoted to a monograph on the newspaper press in the United States.

Cranwell(E.) An Index of English Books Printed beforeMDC., in the Library of Trinity College, Cambridge, with a List of the Plays of Shakespeare printed before 1623, in the Capell Collection. By Edward Cranwell. 8vo.

London: W. Pickering.1847.

Crevenna(P. A.) Catalogue raisonné de sa collection de livres de la Bibliothèque de M. Pierre-Antoine-Bolongaro-Cravenna. 6 vols., 4to.

Amsterdam.1776.

A most excellent catalogue; it should include "Collection concernant les Jésuites," at the end of the fourth volume, p. 54; and the table of prices for which the books sold in 1790, at the end of the sixth volume, p. 46.

A most excellent catalogue; it should include "Collection concernant les Jésuites," at the end of the fourth volume, p. 54; and the table of prices for which the books sold in 1790, at the end of the sixth volume, p. 46.

[Crow(William).] Catalogue of English Writers on the Old and New Testament, Corrected and Enlarged ... The Second Impression. 8vo.

London.1668.

[Cutter(Charles Ammi).] The New Catalogue of Harvard College Library. (Reprinted from the North American Review for January, 1869.) 8vo, pp. (1), 96-129.

[Cambridge.1869.]

This was the continuation of an article in the "N. Am. Rev.," for Oct., 1868, on the history and wants of the library, which was not reprinted. Mr. Cutter also prepared the Catalogue of the Boston Athenæum, describedante.

This was the continuation of an article in the "N. Am. Rev.," for Oct., 1868, on the history and wants of the library, which was not reprinted. Mr. Cutter also prepared the Catalogue of the Boston Athenæum, describedante.

Dalrymple(A.) Catalogue of Authors who have written on Rio de la Plata, Paraguay, and Chaco, collected by A. Dalrymple, 1807. 4to, pp. (2), 22.

London: F. Wingrave.1807-8.

"Pinelo-Barcia's, enlarged with a few additions, taken chiefly from Muratori'sChristianisimo Felice, and such books as the compiler could find in the British Museum."—Harrisse.

"Pinelo-Barcia's, enlarged with a few additions, taken chiefly from Muratori'sChristianisimo Felice, and such books as the compiler could find in the British Museum."—Harrisse.

Dana(D.) Bibliotheca Probata. Catalogue of Books Selected, Examined, and Arranged.... Second Edition. 12mo, pp. xxxi, 234.

New York: Daniel Dana.1857.

Daniel(G.) Catalogue of the most Valuable, Interesting, and Highly Important Library of the late George Daniel, Esq., of Canonbury Square, Islington. Rl. 8vo.

London.1864.

Certainly one of the most curious, interesting, and valuable collections of early English literature, particularly as relating to Shakespeare, ever sold. The prices obtained at this sale for the first four folio editions of Shakespeare, as also for the very rare first quarto editions of his plays, have never been surpassed. This sale marks an era for the sale and the prices of early English literature.

Certainly one of the most curious, interesting, and valuable collections of early English literature, particularly as relating to Shakespeare, ever sold. The prices obtained at this sale for the first four folio editions of Shakespeare, as also for the very rare first quarto editions of his plays, have never been surpassed. This sale marks an era for the sale and the prices of early English literature.

Danvers.Catalogue of the Library of the Peabody Institute, South Danvers, Mass. 8vo, pp. xix, (1), 102.Boston: Printed by John Wilson and Son.1855. + Supplement.... July, 1857. 8vo, pp. 26.

[South Danvers.] 1857.

Darling(J.) Cyclopædia Bibliographica; a Library Manual of Theological and General Literature, and Guide to Books for Authors, Preachers, Students, and Literary Men, Analytical, Bibliographical and Biographical. By James Darling. 2 vols., imp. 8vo, pp. iii-xii, (8), 1600; 1601-3328.

London: James Darling.1854.

"The bibliographical wealth and fulness of the catalogue grow upon us as we proceed, and we find increased occasion to admire the tact and skill with which the compiler contrives to furnish the student with the materials for judging of the degree in which any of the books here registered may be useful to him."—Kitto's Journal.

"The bibliographical wealth and fulness of the catalogue grow upon us as we proceed, and we find increased occasion to admire the tact and skill with which the compiler contrives to furnish the student with the materials for judging of the degree in which any of the books here registered may be useful to him."—Kitto's Journal.

Darling.Cyclopædia Bibliographica. Subjects: Holy Scriptures. Imp. 8vo, pp. xi, 1907.

London: James Darling.1859.

Davidson(J.) Bibliotheca Devoniensis, or a Catalogue of the Printed Books relating to the County of Devon. 4to.

London: Longman.1852.

Davies(R.) Memoir of the York Press, with Notices of Authors, Printers, and Stationers, in theXVIth,XVIIth andXVIIIth Centuries. 8vo.

Westminster: Nichols & Son.1868.

A supplement of fifty-two pages was printed atExeter.

A supplement of fifty-two pages was printed atExeter.

Davis(W.) A Journey round the Library of a Bibliomaniac; or Cento of Notes and Reminiscences concerning Rare, Curious, and Valuable Books. By William Davis. Cr. 8vo.

London.1821.

Davis.Olio, or Bibliographical and Literary Anecdotes and Memoranda, Original and Selected. By William Davis. Cr. 8vo, pp. vi, 126.

London: J. Rodwell.1814.

Day(W.) Designs and Ornaments for Bookbinding. By William Day. 4to.

London.1840.

Deane(C.) A Bibliographical Essay on Governor Hutchinson's Historical Publications. By Charles Deane. Sq. 8vo, pp. 39.

Boston: Privately printed.1857.

Fifty copies printed.

Fifty copies printed.

[Deane.] Bibliographical Tracts. No. 1. Spurious Reprints of Early Books. Rl. 8vo, pp. 19.

Boston.1865.

"From the Boston Daily Advertiser of March 24, 1865." This reprint was not made by Mr. Deane. It is a review of "Salem Witchcraft by ... Calef, and Cotton Mather ... with Notes by Samuel P. Fowler." One hundred and thirty-five copies printed, six copies on India paper. It is not, strictly speaking, a bibliographical work.

"From the Boston Daily Advertiser of March 24, 1865." This reprint was not made by Mr. Deane. It is a review of "Salem Witchcraft by ... Calef, and Cotton Mather ... with Notes by Samuel P. Fowler." One hundred and thirty-five copies printed, six copies on India paper. It is not, strictly speaking, a bibliographical work.

De Bury(Richardi). Phylobyblon, seu de Querimoniis Librorum omnibus Literarum Amatoribus.

[Sine ullâ notâ, sed Coloniæ.MCCCCLXXXIII.]

First edition, very rare. An admirable translation of this interesting volume was published some few years since by Mr. Rodd. These early and rare books often contain much amusing matter and considerable information, even at this our advanced state of civilization. Those who come in from a walk on a cold winter's day are here cautioned to use a kerchief ere they presume to look at a rare book, and also to avoid having books opened during meals.

First edition, very rare. An admirable translation of this interesting volume was published some few years since by Mr. Rodd. These early and rare books often contain much amusing matter and considerable information, even at this our advanced state of civilization. Those who come in from a walk on a cold winter's day are here cautioned to use a kerchief ere they presume to look at a rare book, and also to avoid having books opened during meals.

De Bury.Philobiblion. Excellent traité sur l'amour des livres, par Richard de Bury, évêque de Durham, grand chancelier d'Angleterre. Traduit précédé d'une introduction et suivi du texte latin par Hippolyte Cocheris. 12mo, pp. lvi, 288.

Paris: Aubry.1857.

De Bury.Philo-Biblon, a Treatise on the Love of Books, translated by J. Inglis. 8vo.

London.1832.

De Bury.Philobiblon, A Treatise on the Love of Books, By Richard De Bury, Bishop of Durham, and Lord Chancellor of England. First American Edition, with The Literal English Translation of John B. Inglis. Collated and Corrected with Notes by Samuel Hand. 8vo, pp. x, 252.

Albany: Joel Munsell.MDCCCLXI.

Thirty copies printed on large paper. His book relates the measures he took, the difficulties he encountered, and all the art he exerted to gratify his favorite passion.When Chancellor and Treasurer of England, he took his perquisites and new-year's gifts in books.

Thirty copies printed on large paper. His book relates the measures he took, the difficulties he encountered, and all the art he exerted to gratify his favorite passion.When Chancellor and Treasurer of England, he took his perquisites and new-year's gifts in books.

Delandine(A. F.) Bibliographie Dramatique; ou Tablettes Alphabétiques du théâtre des diverses nations; avec des observations littéraires et bibliographiques sur les ouvrages dramatiques les plus remarquables, les jugements qu'on en a portés, leur sujet, leurs auteurs, leur représentation, et les anecdotes qui leur sont relatifs. Précédé d'une notice sur l'origine du Théâtre Français, et sur les Pièces et Mystères qui y parurent depuis Faydit jusqu'à Rotrou, c'est-à-dire depuis l'an 1200 jusqu'en 1600. 8vo.

Paris.[n. d.]

Delandine.Bibliographie spéciale et chronologique des principaux ouvrages sur l'origine et l'histoire de l'Imprimerie, les Bibliothèques, et les premières Essais de l'art typographique dans les diverses villes de l'Europe: par Ant. Fr. Delandine.... Tome 1. 8vo, pp. vi, 485.

Paris: Renouard et Lyon.[1816.]

Delepierre(O.) Analyse des Travaux de la Societé des Philobiblon de Londres. Par Octave Delepierre. 8vo, pp. viii, 134.

Londres: Trübner et Cie.1862.

Three hundred copies printed.

Three hundred copies printed.

Delepierre.Études Bio-Bibliographiques sur les Fous littéraires. Par Octave Delepierre Rl. 8vo, pp. 79.

[London.] 1858.

Delepierre.Histoire littéraire des Fous. Par Octave Delepierre. 8vo, pp. (2), 184.

Londres: Trübner et Cie.1860.

Delepierre.Macaroneana, Mélanges de Littérature Macaronique des différents peuples de l'Europe, avec notes, extraits, &c. 8vo.

Paris.1852.

Dans cet ouvrage plein de finesse et d'erudition, Mr. Octave Delepierre, dont les connaissances littéraires et Bibliographiques sont bien connues, à réuni tout ce que l'on pouvait désirer sur les Macaronées et les ouvrages en style Macaronique.

Dans cet ouvrage plein de finesse et d'erudition, Mr. Octave Delepierre, dont les connaissances littéraires et Bibliographiques sont bien connues, à réuni tout ce que l'on pouvait désirer sur les Macaronées et les ouvrages en style Macaronique.

De Peyster(F.) The Moral and Intellectual Influence of Libraries upon Social Progress. An Address before the New York Historical Society, Nov. 21st, 1865. By Frederic De Peyster, President of the Society. 8vo, pp. 96.

New York: Historical Society.1866.

Fifty copies printed on large paper.

Fifty copies printed on large paper.

De-Rossi(G. B.) Annali Ebreo-tipografici di Cremona distesi dal Dottore G. Bernardo De-Rossi. 8vo.

Parma.1808.

For a list of many other bibliographical works by De Rossi,seePetzholdt'sBibliotheca Bibliographia.

For a list of many other bibliographical works by De Rossi,seePetzholdt'sBibliotheca Bibliographia.

[Deschamps(Pierre).] Notice biographique et bibliographique sur Gabriel Peignot. Par P. D. Rl. 8vo, pp. (4), 60.

Paris: Techener.1857.

Desessarts(N. L. M.) Les Siècles littéraires de la France, ou Nouveau Dictionnaire, historique, critique, et bibliographique, de tous les Ecrivains français, morts et vivans jusqu'à la fin deXVIIIesiècle.... Par N. L. M. Desessarts, et plusieurs Biographes. 7 vols., 8vo, pp. xl, 423; (4), 482; (4), 490; (4), iv, 468; (4), 508; (4), 470; (4), xl, 417.

Paris: chez l'auteur. AnVIII-XI[1800-1803].

Detroit.Catalogue of the Public Library.... Also the Rules concerning its Use. 8vo, pp. vii, 149.

Detroit: Advertiser and Tribune.1868.

Detroit Young Men's Society. Catalogue of the Library, with a Historical Sketch. 8vo, pp. 169.

Detroit: O. S. Gulley.1865.

Dibdin(T. F.) Specimen Bibliothecæ Britannicæ. Specimen of a Digested Catalogue of Rare, Curious, and Useful Books in the English Language, or appertaining to British Literature and Antiquities. By the Rev. T. F. Dibdin. 8vo.

London.1808.

Forty copies only were privately printed, not published, on small paper, and eight copies on large paper. The plate opposite page 14 is not attached to the small paper copies.

Forty copies only were privately printed, not published, on small paper, and eight copies on large paper. The plate opposite page 14 is not attached to the small paper copies.

Dibdin.The Director; a Weekly Journal ... pp. (2), 4, 379, (1); (2), 385, (6).

London: Printed by William Savage.1807.

Dibdin.Specimen of an English Debure. By Thomas F. Dibdin. 8vo.

London.1810.

Fifty copies privately printed.

Fifty copies privately printed.

Dibdin.Typographical Antiquities.SeeAmes (Joseph).

Dibdin.The Bibliomania; or Book Madness; containing some account of the History, Symptoms, and Cure of this fatal Disease. In an epistle addressed to Richard Heber, Esq. By the Rev. Thomas Frognall Dibdin,F.S.A.8vo, pp. iv, 87.

London: Longman.1809.

Dibdin.Bibliomania; or Book Madness: A Bibliographical Romance, in Six Parts. Illustrated with Cuts. By the Rev. Thomas Frognall Dibdin. 8vo, pp. ix, (2), 782, (1).

London: Printed for the Author.1811.

Of this edition eighteen copies only were printed on large paper.

Of this edition eighteen copies only were printed on large paper.

Dibdin.Bibliomania; or Book-Madness; A Bibliographical Romance. Illustrated with Cuts. By Thomas Frognall Dibdin,D.D.New and Improved Edition ... including a Key to the assumed characters in the Drama. Medium 8vo.

London: H. G. Bohn.MDCCCXLII.

This edition was undertaken by Mr. Walmsly. It contains a key to the characters, etc., and a supplement, edited by Dr. Dibdin himself. The copies on large paper, imp. 8vo, have titles-pages for two volumes."TheBibliomaniais written in dialogues or conversations, the characters introduced are well-known book collectors of the author's acquaintance. The great value of the work is in the notes, which abound with anecdotes of books and book collectors, and an account of the rarer articles in their collections, and the prices at which they were sold, extracted from the sale catalogues. It will be always consulted as an authority."—Lowndes."TheBibliomaniais evidently formed in the first instance on the plan of honest Isaac Walton'sComplete Angler; with conspicuous marks of the author's being deeply versed in theBattle of the Books, and a familiar acquaintance with old English literature, and occasionally with the discussions of Yorick. Under the shape of dramatic dialogue, the reader is equally entertained, and instructed; the abstruser parts, with the historic details, being thrown into the form of notes. It would now be useless to pass an encomium on this work, as its merits are so fully established as to have more than doubled the original price of a volume now with difficulty to be obtained."—Gent's. Magazine."You have contrived to strew flowers over a path which, in other hands, would have proved a very dull one; and all Bibliomanes must remember you long, as he who first united their antiquarian details with good-humored raillery and cheerfulness."—Sir Walter Scott to Dr. Dibdin.

This edition was undertaken by Mr. Walmsly. It contains a key to the characters, etc., and a supplement, edited by Dr. Dibdin himself. The copies on large paper, imp. 8vo, have titles-pages for two volumes.

"TheBibliomaniais written in dialogues or conversations, the characters introduced are well-known book collectors of the author's acquaintance. The great value of the work is in the notes, which abound with anecdotes of books and book collectors, and an account of the rarer articles in their collections, and the prices at which they were sold, extracted from the sale catalogues. It will be always consulted as an authority."—Lowndes.

"TheBibliomaniais evidently formed in the first instance on the plan of honest Isaac Walton'sComplete Angler; with conspicuous marks of the author's being deeply versed in theBattle of the Books, and a familiar acquaintance with old English literature, and occasionally with the discussions of Yorick. Under the shape of dramatic dialogue, the reader is equally entertained, and instructed; the abstruser parts, with the historic details, being thrown into the form of notes. It would now be useless to pass an encomium on this work, as its merits are so fully established as to have more than doubled the original price of a volume now with difficulty to be obtained."—Gent's. Magazine.

"You have contrived to strew flowers over a path which, in other hands, would have proved a very dull one; and all Bibliomanes must remember you long, as he who first united their antiquarian details with good-humored raillery and cheerfulness."—Sir Walter Scott to Dr. Dibdin.

Dibdin.Book Rarities; or a Descriptive Catalogue of some of the most Curious, Rare, and Valuable Books of Early Date; Chiefly in the Collection of the Right Honourable George John Earl Spencer,K.G., &c., &c., &c. By the Rev. T. F. Dibdin. 8vo.

London: Printed by W. Bulmer & Co.1811.

Very rare; thirty-six copies only printed, not published. "The Foundation Stone of theBibliotheca Spenceriana."—Dibdin.

Very rare; thirty-six copies only printed, not published. "The Foundation Stone of theBibliotheca Spenceriana."—Dibdin.

Dibdin.Lincolne Nosegay, a brefe Table of Certaine Bokes in the possession of Maister Dibdin, Clerk. Post 8vo, pp. 16.

London.[1811.]

Very rare; only thirty-six copies having been printed. Contains descriptions of nineteen books then in the author's possession, but which afterwards passed into the libraries of Heber and Earl Spencer.

Very rare; only thirty-six copies having been printed. Contains descriptions of nineteen books then in the author's possession, but which afterwards passed into the libraries of Heber and Earl Spencer.

Dibdin.Bibliography, a Poem, in Six Books. With Preface and Notes. 8vo.

London.1812.

Very rare; fifty copies only privately printed, not published, the greater part of which were destroyed by the author. "There is no title-page to this effusion from the pen of Dr. Dibdin."—Martin.

Very rare; fifty copies only privately printed, not published, the greater part of which were destroyed by the author. "There is no title-page to this effusion from the pen of Dr. Dibdin."—Martin.

Dibdin.Bibliotheca Spenceriana; or a Descriptive Catalogue of the Books printed in the Fifteenth Century, and of many Valuable First Editions, in the Library of George John Earl Spencer,K.G., etc., etc., etc. By the Reverend Thomas Frognall Dibdin. 4 vols., imp. 8vo.

London: Printed for the Author.1814-15.

Fifty copies were printed on large paper. "This catalogue contains only the works printed in the fifteenth century and the Editiones Principes. It is compiled with the greatest care and industry, and those who have had occasion to consult its pages, can testify to its accuracy and great utility. It is the finest private collection in Europe; the catalogue will ever be regarded as of the first importance to the theologian, the historian, and the critic, and as a perfect model for the bibliographer."—Lowndes.

Fifty copies were printed on large paper. "This catalogue contains only the works printed in the fifteenth century and the Editiones Principes. It is compiled with the greatest care and industry, and those who have had occasion to consult its pages, can testify to its accuracy and great utility. It is the finest private collection in Europe; the catalogue will ever be regarded as of the first importance to the theologian, the historian, and the critic, and as a perfect model for the bibliographer."—Lowndes.

Dibdin.The Bibliographical Decameron; or, Ten Days Pleasant Discourse upon Illuminated Manuscripts, and Subjects connected with Early Engravings, Typography, and Bibliography. By the Rev. T. F. Dibdin. 3 vols., rl. 8vo.

London: Printed for the Author.1817.

Also on large paper, 3 vols., imp. 8vo. "This work may be considered as a continuation of theBibliomania, the same characters being introduced in the dialogues. From the information which it contains, and the splendor of the decorations and printing, it will ever be considered as a model of excellence and good taste in typography and the arts."

Also on large paper, 3 vols., imp. 8vo. "This work may be considered as a continuation of theBibliomania, the same characters being introduced in the dialogues. From the information which it contains, and the splendor of the decorations and printing, it will ever be considered as a model of excellence and good taste in typography and the arts."

Dibdin.Ædes Althorpianæ; or an Account of the Mansion, Books, and Pictures, at Althorp; the Residence of George John Earl Spencer,K.G.To which is added a Supplement to the Bibliotheca Spenceriana. By the Rev. Thomas Frognall Dibdin. 2 vols., imp. 8vo.

London: Payne and Foss.1822.

Seethe author'sReminiscences,II.557-94, for the interesting account of the publication of this work, where it appears that the cost of engraving the portraits was upwards of £2,000. It was designed as a supplement to theBibliotheca Spenceriana, and contains accounts of the ancestors of Earl Spencer; of the Mansion at Althorp; of the gallery, with engravings of the most important pictures; and of editions of the Scriptures, Aldine editions, and books printed in the fifteenth century, not contained in the former volumes.

Seethe author'sReminiscences,II.557-94, for the interesting account of the publication of this work, where it appears that the cost of engraving the portraits was upwards of £2,000. It was designed as a supplement to theBibliotheca Spenceriana, and contains accounts of the ancestors of Earl Spencer; of the Mansion at Althorp; of the gallery, with engravings of the most important pictures; and of editions of the Scriptures, Aldine editions, and books printed in the fifteenth century, not contained in the former volumes.

Dibdin.A Descriptive Catalogue of the Books printed in the Fifteenth Century, lately forming Part of the Library of the Duke Di Cassano Serra, and now the Property of George John Earl Spencer,K.G.With a General Index of Authors and Editions contained in the Present Volume, and in the Bibliotheca Spenceriana and Ædes Althorpianæ. By the Rev. Thomas Frognall Dibdin. Imp. 8vo, pp. x, 295.

London: Printed for the Author.1823.

Forms another supplemental volume to theBibliotheca Spenceriana, with an index to the seven volumes, and completes the work.

Forms another supplemental volume to theBibliotheca Spenceriana, with an index to the seven volumes, and completes the work.

Dibdin.A Bibliographical Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany. By the Rev. Tho. Frognall Dibdin. 3 vols., rl. 8vo.

London: Printed for the Author.1821.

Also on large paper, 3 vols., imp. 8vo. "This work contains much curious information respecting the MSS. and rare works in public and private libraries abroad. It is printed and embellished in the same style of excellence as the Doctor's other works."—Lowndes."A work calculated to have as intoxicating an effect on the imagination of literary antiquaries, as the adventures of the heroes of the Round Table on all true knights, or the tales of the early American voyagers on the ardent spirits of their age. It has not passed, however, without some hostile (though unfounded) remarks from the printers, binders, and librarians of France."—Wrangham.

Also on large paper, 3 vols., imp. 8vo. "This work contains much curious information respecting the MSS. and rare works in public and private libraries abroad. It is printed and embellished in the same style of excellence as the Doctor's other works."—Lowndes.

"A work calculated to have as intoxicating an effect on the imagination of literary antiquaries, as the adventures of the heroes of the Round Table on all true knights, or the tales of the early American voyagers on the ardent spirits of their age. It has not passed, however, without some hostile (though unfounded) remarks from the printers, binders, and librarians of France."—Wrangham.

Dibdin.A Bibliographical Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany. By the Reverend Thomas Frognall Dibdin,D.D.The Second Edition. 3 vols., 8vo, pp. (4), xliii, (2), 421, Portraits, Plates; (4), iv, 428; (4), iv, 481.

London: R. Jennings.1829.

This edition omits some of the plates contained in the first, but has others which are not in that. It is esteemed for its preface, 28 pp., in which the author summarily disposes of Crapelet, Licquet, and Lesné.

This edition omits some of the plates contained in the first, but has others which are not in that. It is esteemed for its preface, 28 pp., in which the author summarily disposes of Crapelet, Licquet, and Lesné.

[Dibdin.] Lettre Neuvième relative à la Bibliothèque de Rouen, traduite de l'Anglais, avec des Notes par T. Licquet, Conservateur de cette Bibliothèque. Rl. 8vo.

Paris.1821.

Also on large paper. One hundred copies only of this rare tract were printed. It seldom occurs for sale.

Also on large paper. One hundred copies only of this rare tract were printed. It seldom occurs for sale.

[Dibdin.] Lettre d'un Relieur Français à un Bibliographe Anglais, par Lesné, Relieur à Paris. 8vo.

Paris.1822.

Also on large paper. One hundred copies only printed; very rare.

Also on large paper. One hundred copies only printed; very rare.

[Dibdin.] Lettre Trentième concernant l'Imprimerie et la Librairie de Paris, traduite de l'Anglais, avec des Notes, par G. A. Crapelet. Imp. 8vo.

Paris.1821.

Only one hundred copies printed; the notes and preface, which contain so much that is "silly" and "scurrilous," drew from Dr. Dibdin the following reply,A Roland for an Oliver.

Only one hundred copies printed; the notes and preface, which contain so much that is "silly" and "scurrilous," drew from Dr. Dibdin the following reply,A Roland for an Oliver.

Dibdin.A Roland for an Oliver; or, Brief Remarks upon the Preface and Notes of G. A. Crapelet, attached to his Translation of the Thirtieth Letter of the Bibliographical, Antiquarian, and Picturesque Tour. By the Author of that Town. Imp. 8vo.

London.1821.

Of this excessively rare morceau, the rarest perhaps of all Dr. Dibdin's works, only thirty-six copies were privately printed.

Of this excessively rare morceau, the rarest perhaps of all Dr. Dibdin's works, only thirty-six copies were privately printed.

Dibdin.[First Thoughts. Corrected Proof Sheets of the Tour in France and Germany.] Imp. 8vo.

It is very curious, consisting of a number of proof-sheets of the Foreign Bibliographical Tour, with numerous alterations, remarks, &c., &c. These sheets arecalled First Thoughts, became the text in the published work varies considerably from these sheets.

It is very curious, consisting of a number of proof-sheets of the Foreign Bibliographical Tour, with numerous alterations, remarks, &c., &c. These sheets arecalled First Thoughts, became the text in the published work varies considerably from these sheets.

Dibdin.The Library Companion; or, the Young Man's Guide, and the Old Man's Comfort, in the Choice of a Library. By the Rev. T. F. Dibdin. 2 vols., 8vo, pp. (4), li, (1), 400; (1), 401-912.

London: Harding.MDCCCXXIV.

Also on large paper, imp. 8vo. From an anecdote recorded at page 394 of this edition, concerning "certain buckskins," in the edition of 1823, and which is omitted in the subsequent ones, that acquired the title of the "Breeches Edition.""It contains much curious and important bibliographical information not elsewhere to be found, and will at all times be consulted, as a work of reference, by the bibliographer, biographer, and historian."—Lowndes.

Also on large paper, imp. 8vo. From an anecdote recorded at page 394 of this edition, concerning "certain buckskins," in the edition of 1823, and which is omitted in the subsequent ones, that acquired the title of the "Breeches Edition."

"It contains much curious and important bibliographical information not elsewhere to be found, and will at all times be consulted, as a work of reference, by the bibliographer, biographer, and historian."—Lowndes.

Dibdin.An Introduction to the Knowledge of Rare and Valuable Editions of the Greek and Latin Classics. Together with an Account of Polyglot Bibles, Polyglot Psalters, Hebrew Bibles, Greek Bibles and Greek Testaments; The Greek Fathers and the Latin Fathers. By the Rev. Thomas Frognall Dibdin,D.D., &c. Fourth Edition; greatly Enlarged and Corrected. 2 vols., 8vo, pp. (4), xiii, 562; (4), 579, (1).

London: Harding & Lepard.1827.

Fifty copies printed on large paper, to range with theBibliotheca Spenceriana. "This edition is entirely rewritten, and contains for the first time an account of the best editions of the Hebrew Bibles and of the Greek and Latin Fathers."—Lowndes.

Fifty copies printed on large paper, to range with theBibliotheca Spenceriana. "This edition is entirely rewritten, and contains for the first time an account of the best editions of the Hebrew Bibles and of the Greek and Latin Fathers."—Lowndes.

Dibdin.A Merry and Conceited Song, dedicated to all Lovers of the Library Companion.

London.1825.

Sixty copies only printed—not for sale.

Sixty copies only printed—not for sale.

[Dibdin.] Bibliophobia. Remarks on the Present Languid and Depressed State of Literature and the Book Trade. In a Letter addressed to the Author of the Bibliomania. By Mercurius Rusticus. With Notes by Cato Parvus. 8vo, pp. 102.

London: Henry Bohn.1832.

Also on large paper. One hundred copies only printed for "Those whom it may concern." "Fear is the order of the day. To those very natural and long established fears of Bailiffs and Tax Gatherers, must now be added the fear of Reform, of Cholera, and of Books."—page 6. Some copies have a Key to the names of the various characters mentioned in the work.

Also on large paper. One hundred copies only printed for "Those whom it may concern." "Fear is the order of the day. To those very natural and long established fears of Bailiffs and Tax Gatherers, must now be added the fear of Reform, of Cholera, and of Books."—page 6. Some copies have a Key to the names of the various characters mentioned in the work.

Dibdin.Reminiscences of a Literary Life; By the Reverend Thos. Frognall Dibdin,D.D.2 vols., 8vo, pp. xxxii, (4), 556, Portrait, Plates; (2), 557-982, Plate.

London: John Major.MDCCCXXXVI.

Also on large paper. The Index, which was published subsequently, is often wanting.

Also on large paper. The Index, which was published subsequently, is often wanting.

Dibdin.A Bibliographical Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in the Northern Counties of England and in Scotland. By the Reverend Thomas Frognall Dibdin,D.D.2 vols., rl. 8vo.

London: Printed for the Author.MDCCCXXXVIII.

Also on large paper, in 3 vols., imp. 8vo. In this work the author concluded his tours. It it an essential companion to the tour in France and Germany; and, as it describes some collections that have ceased to exist, possesses an historical interest.

Also on large paper, in 3 vols., imp. 8vo. In this work the author concluded his tours. It it an essential companion to the tour in France and Germany; and, as it describes some collections that have ceased to exist, possesses an historical interest.

Dibdin.Catalogue of the Valuable Library of Stanesby Alchorne, Esq. containing various Rare Books and first Editions printed in the 15th century. 8vo.

London.1814.

Also on large paper, and one copy in imperial 8vo.

Also on large paper, and one copy in imperial 8vo.

Dibdin.Catalogue of the Library of an Eminent Bibliographer. 8vo.

London.1817.

Some copies have a duplicate title, headedBibliotheca Rosicrusiana, and the Doctor has added in a MS. note "Only 14 copies printed with this head-title, so says T. F. D."

Some copies have a duplicate title, headedBibliotheca Rosicrusiana, and the Doctor has added in a MS. note "Only 14 copies printed with this head-title, so says T. F. D."

Dibdin.Voyage bibliographique, archéologique et pittoresque en France. Par T. F. Dibdin. Traduit de l'anglais, avec des notes, par Théo. Licquet.... 2 vols., 8vo, pp. xxiv, 344; (4) 374, (1).

Caen: Chez Mancel.MDCCCXXV.

Davis(W.) An Olio of Bibliographical and Literary Anecdotes and Memoranda, Original and Selected. By William Davis. A New Edition, with considerable Additions. Post 8vo, pp. iv, 150, (2), and Errata.

London.1817.

Davis.A Second Journey round the Library of A Bibliomaniac; or, Cento of Notes and Reminiscences concerning Rare, Curious, and Valuable Books. By William Davis. Post 8vo, pp. 120.

London: W. Davis.1825.

Dictionary of the Living Authors of Great Britain and Ireland, comprising Literary Memoirs and Anecdotes of their Lives, &c. 8vo.

London.1816.

Dictionnaire Universel, Historique, Critique et Bibliographique, ou Histoire abrégée et impartiale des homines de toutes les nations qui se sont rendus célèbres, illustres ou fameux par des vertus, des talens, de grandes actions des opinions singulières, des inventions, des découvertes, des monumens, ou par des erreurs, des crimes, des forfaits, etc., depuis la plus haute antiquité jusqu'à nos jours; avec les dieux et les héros de toutes les mythologies; enrichie des notes et additions des Abbés Brotier et Mercier de Saint-Leger, etc. etc. 20 vols., 8vo.

Paris.1790-1812.

One of the most able and satisfactory biographical compilations which has ever appeared. It contains a fund of useful and accurate information especially respectingauthors and books. Valuable for French and Continental names generally, containing particulars not elsewhere to be found.

One of the most able and satisfactory biographical compilations which has ever appeared. It contains a fund of useful and accurate information especially respectingauthors and books. Valuable for French and Continental names generally, containing particulars not elsewhere to be found.

Didot(A. F.) Catalogue Raisonné des Livres de la Bibliothèque de M. Ambroise Firmin Didot, Tome 1er.Livres avec Figures sur Bois, Solennités, Romans de Chevalerie, 1re.Livraison. 8vo.

Paris: Didot.1867.

Didot(Pierre). Epître sur les Progrès de l'Imprimerie; par Didot, Fils Aîné. 8vo, pp. (2), 20. 2 Plates.

Paris: Imprimé chez Didot l'Aîné avec les italiques de Firmin, son second fils.1784.

Dingelstedt(F.) Jean Gutenberg, ses facts et discours les plus dignes d'admiration et sa mort; traduit de l'allemand par Revilliod. Sm. folio. 6 Etchings by Gandon.

Genève.1858.

Directions for a proper Choice of Authors to form a Library, with a List of the Proper Books on the several subjects. 8vo.

London.1766.

A Catalogue of Books, published by H. Gordon in 1766; probably the first attempt to form theEnglish Catalogue of Books.

A Catalogue of Books, published by H. Gordon in 1766; probably the first attempt to form theEnglish Catalogue of Books.

D'Israeli(Isaac). Amenities of Literature; consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature, illustrating the Literary, Political, and Religious Vicissitudes of the English People. By I. D'Israeli.... Second Edition. 3 vols., 8vo.

London: Edward Moxon.1842.

D'Israeli.Amenities of Literature, ... By Isaac Disraeli. A New Edition, edited by his Son, the Right Hon. B. Disraeli. 2 vols., 8vo.

Privately Printed Riverside Press, Cambridge.1864.

One hundred copies printed on large paper.

One hundred copies printed on large paper.

D'Israeli.Calamities of Authors; including some Inquiries respecting their Moral and Literary Character. 2 vols., 8vo.

London.1812.

D'Israeli.Curiosities of Literature.... 3 vols., 8vo.London.1791-1817. + Second Series. 3 vols., 8vo.

London.1823.

Repeatedly reprinted. The following is perhaps the finest edition:

Repeatedly reprinted. The following is perhaps the finest edition:

D'Israeli.Curiosities of Literature. By Isaac Disraeli. With a View of the Life and Writings of the Author by his Son. 4 vols., 8vo.

Privately Printed Riverside Press, Cambridge.1864.

One hundred copies printed on large paper. "The nicknacks of literature collected in Mr. Disraeli's cabinet were selected from sources not generally accessible to ordinaryreaders. These volumes are not only admirably adapted to minister to the amusement of the lounger and refined trifler, but they have higher capacities, as curious and authentic pictures of the manners of ruder times, and records of the progress of letters from their rise in the dark middle ages, to almost the present era." There is a French translation by T. P. Bertin, 2 vols., 8vo.Paris.1810.

One hundred copies printed on large paper. "The nicknacks of literature collected in Mr. Disraeli's cabinet were selected from sources not generally accessible to ordinaryreaders. These volumes are not only admirably adapted to minister to the amusement of the lounger and refined trifler, but they have higher capacities, as curious and authentic pictures of the manners of ruder times, and records of the progress of letters from their rise in the dark middle ages, to almost the present era." There is a French translation by T. P. Bertin, 2 vols., 8vo.Paris.1810.

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