JOHNSON, SAMUEL. A Dictionary of the English Language. 2 volumes. Folio, 412x254 mm, contemporary calf gilt with morocco lettering pieces, spines worn, ends chipped, Volume 1 front cover detached; mostly moderate foxing and toning at beginning and end of each volume, some browning in middle of first volume, diagonal crease in upper outer corner of last several leaves in second volume. London: W. Strahan for J. and P. Knapton et al., 1755