[Proof copy of frontispiece and title page of Brachygraphy].
Gurney, Thomas,1705-1770.
[S.l. : s.n.,
1769?]
Leaves mounted on card. Inscription on card reads: 'Thomas Gurney, proof of engraved portrait and title page. Thomas Gurney was born on 7.3.1705, married to Martha Masom, 1730 and died 22.6.1770. It has been stated that 7 editions of his Brachygraphy were published in his lifetime. (It is doubtful, however, if the 7th edition (1770) was issued before his death, as on page 10 enquirers are to direct to Joseph Gurney, son and successor of the author. This portrait and title page were used only in the first edition of which the only known copy is in the Chetham Library, Manchester. The title contains a few extra words. J.M.W.' (John Mabon Warden)
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