The Vicar of Wakefield: A Tale

2 volumes bound in one, 8vo, period calf coated in later thick brown paint, gilt lettered spine label, 180 pp. Spine ends chipped, hinges very tender, corners bumped, binding worn, group of pages off-centered, dampstains, foxing, early signatures and notations. Overall fair to good. First published in 1766, the present volume is considered the first obtainable American edition. However, there was an earlier American edition published in 1767.A literary classic that tells the tale of Dr. Primrose and his family. Considered a novel that presents the belief in the innate goodness of people, it can also be seen as satire.