For sale is a previously owned 2-volume set of A Dictionary of the English Language by Samuel Johnson. These books are REPRODUCTIONS of books originally published in 1756. The full title of the set is: A Dictionary of the English Language: In Which the Words Are Deduced From Their Originals, Explained in Their Different Meanings, and Authorized by the Names of the Writers in Whose Works They Are Found.These volumes are scanned from the original work by Wentworth Press and come with a d...isclaimer on the back covers:This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Books are in like-new condition. They appear to be very gently read, if at all, and show minimal wear overall. The item pictured is the item you will receive. Payment within 48 hours of the end of the auction is appreciated.Thanks for looking, feel free to ask any questions, and happy bidding!