A Letter to the Society of Booksellers, On the Method of Forming a True Judgment of the Manuscripts of Authors; and On the Leaving Them in Their Hands (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781141608232)

"A Letter to the Society of Booksellers" offers a fascinating glimpse into the 18th-century book trade. This treatise provides guidance to booksellers on evaluating authors' manuscripts and determining their merit. Addressing the common practice of leaving manuscripts with booksellers or other arbiters for assessment, the anonymous author offers insights into forming a "true judgment" of literary works.

Of historical value to those interested in publishing history, the essay also touches upon the knowledge and marketing of new books, providing a snapshot of the literary world's commercial aspects during the period. This work provides insights into the relationship between authors, booksellers, and the reading public.

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