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[Johnson (Samuel)] Marmor Norfolciense: or an essay on an ancient prophetical inscription, in monkish rhyme, lately discover'd near Lynn in Norfolk, first edition, half-title, lightly foxed, 20th century speckled calf, gilt, rebacked, preserving original backstrip in compartments, spine labels chipped, rubbed, [Courtney & Smith, p.9 'this pamphlet became exceedingly scarce'; Rothschild 1219], 8vo, printed for J. Brett at the Golden Ball, opposite St. Clement's Church in the Strand, 1739. ⁂ Rare first edition of Johnson's first political satire, which disparages Walpole's government. Provenance: Cardiff Castle (Armorial bookplate).