John Ferriar. 1764-1815

The princeps copy, clad in blue and gold.

Illustrations of Sterne. Bibliomania. Line 6.

Now cheaply bought for thrice their weight in gold.

Illustrations of Sterne. Bibliomania. Line 65.

Torn from their destined page (unworthy meed

Of knightly counsel and heroic deed).

Illustrations of Sterne. Bibliomania. Line 121.

How pure the joy, when first my hands unfold

The small, rare volume, black with tarnished gold!

Illustrations of Sterne. Bibliomania. Line 137.