Wilson, G.H.

The Eccentric Mirror: Reflecting a faithful and interesting Delineation of Male and FemaleCharacters, Ancient and Modern, who have been particularly distinguished by extraordinary Qualifications, Talents, and Propensities, Natural or Acquired.Vol.3

      London: Printed for James Cundee 1807 - First edition. Vol. 3 only of 4vols. "Comprehending singular Instances of Longevity, Conformation, Bulk,Stature, Powers of Mind and of Body, Wonderful Exploits, Adventures, Habits, Propensities, Enterprising Pursuits. etc. With a faithful narration of Every Instance of Singularity, Manifested in the Lives and Conduct of Characters who have rendered themselves eminently conspicuous by their eccentricities. The Whole exhibiting an interesting and Wonderful Display of Human Action in the Grand Theatre of the World.collected and re-collected from the most authentic sources by G.H.Wilson. 8vo. Illustrated with black and white copper engravings. Original bingings- paper-covered boards, linen backed. Pages hand-cut. Front board and binding loose, and splitting of cloth on spine. otherwise good. Very scarce. Contents: Thomas Topham. Martin Van Butchell. John Philip Barretier. The Lady of the Haystack. John Elwes. Messenger Monsey. Margaret Finch. George Hanger. Charles Martin. John Angell. William Hogarth. Sixtus the Fifth. William Lyon. The Prince of Modena. John Metcalf. Jonathan Swift. Countess of Desmond. Daniel Bryan. The Earl of Rochester. Mr. Mathew. Thomas Blood. Richard Dart. Valentine Greatrakes. Theodora Grahan. Originally published in four volumes 1806-1807. [Attributes: First Edition; Hard Cover]