The laws of sewers; or the office and authority of Commissioners of Sewers. Containing, I. Their Power of Enquiry into Annoyances and Defects of Repairs of Sea-Banks and Walls, publick Streams and Rivers, Ditches and Marsh-Grounds. II. The Authority of the Commissioners in making Laws and Ordinances, and imposing Rates and Taxes

FIRST EDITION 8vo. (approx. 20 x 12.5cm) hardback in full panelled calf, skilfully rebacked using original spine and boards, with raised bands, title label, gilt to spine. [6], 199pp. plus 1 page Publisher's advertisement at end. Faint blind-stamped address to Title and first Preface page. Ink inscription to front pastedown with another ink inscription crudely crossed-out to ffep. Handwritten Invoice slip, dated 1789, (for