French Dislocation: Interpretation, Syntax, Acquisition (Oxford Studies in Theoretical Linguistics)Biblio.com
Combe, William]. Dr SyntaxBiblio.com
The Tour of Dr. Syntax in Search of the Picturesque. A Poem; The Second Tour of Doctor Syntax in Search of Consolation; The Third Tour of Doctor Syntax In Search of a Wife. A Poem. 3 Volume set
1828ref. 6436London: R. Ackermann 1828. Fourth edition. Published in 1828 1828 & 1823 all stated as fourth editions despite the last "Tour" published in 1823. The pious henpecked clergyman was created by William Combe to accompany the wonderful colored comic illustrations by the caricaturist Thomas Rowlandson. His adventures are told in eight-syllabled verse in "The Three Tours of Dr. Syntax" 1812 1820 and 1821. These were parodies of the popular books of picturesque travels of the day particularly those of William Gilpin 1724-1804. Sml. 8vo each volume approximately 280pp each with frontispiece and plates 29 in Vol I; 23 each in Vols II & III a total of 75 magnificent colored aquatint engravings. Bound in early half black calf and marbled boards gilt title on spines. Slt. rubbed at extremes a very nice copy the plates very crisp; 2 in 1st volume with short tear at foredge. Tooley Color Plate Books 430 who adds "fresh plates were re-engraved for this edition one-third the size of the originals." ; Abbey Life 265. R. Ackermann hardcover
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