(Scranton Estate : Americana). Franklin, Benjamin. Political, Miscellaneous, and Philosophical Pieces. London: for J. Johnson, 1779.
1 vol. 4to, late 19th- or early 20th century full gilt-paneled brick red morocco, richly gilt spine compartments, inner dentelles gilt, t.e.g.; occasionally a little scuffed, by McDonald. With portrait, 3 plates (1 folding), and folding table. Occasional, generally light foxing and dust smudging primarily in margins, a few corners creased. Some creasing and light foxing to title page. Complete with errata.
Ford 342, ""... the only edition of Franklin's writings (other than his scientific), which was printed during his lifetime; was done with Franklin's knowledge and consent, and contains an 'errata' made by him for it."

From the Estate of former Pennsylvania Governor William W. Scranton and First Lady Mary L. Scranton.