[ARBUTHNOT, John]. The Endless Trial, or the Story of John Bull (.)

[ARBUTHNOT, John]. The Endless Trial, or the Story of John Bull (.) by Dr. Swift. London, J. Nours, 1753. In-12 (16.5 x 10 cm), full marbled calf, smooth spine decorated with panels, red edges. Slight rubbing. First French edition. The work uses the allegorical character of John Bull (who represents the English people) to satirize the wars and political strife of the time, particularly the War of the Spanish Succession. A fine copy.

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