CAREW, Richard. The Survey of Cornwall, and An Epistle Concerning the Excellencies of the English Tongue. London: Samuel Chapman, Daniel Browne, James Woodman, 1723. 2 parts in 1 volume, 4to (224 x 169mm.) 1p. publisher's advertisement before title, title in red and black, woodcut initials and ornaments. (Browning, occasional spotting, corner creases to pp. 59-65.) Contemporary speckled panelled calf, red morocco lettering piece to the second compartment, repeating foliate gilt to the rest (paper label to spine, rubbing to spine). Provenance: Charles Bruce, 3rd Earl of Ailesbury (armorial bookplate verso of the title). Buyer’s Premium 24.5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional charge of 5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price.