Facsimile reproductions with an introduction by Matthew Grace. Murphy [1727-1805] was famous as a dramatist and actor in his own time. He has been recognized for his sharp wit and his work as biographer and critic. This volume includes facsimiles of The Gray's-Inn Journal in The Works of Arthur Murphy [1786], "An Essay on the Life and Genius of Henry Fielding" [1762], and "An Essay on the Life and Genius of Samuel Johnson" [1792]. Grace's introduction is helpful. 465 pages hardbound in dark red cloth. Like new. Orig 1968, was reprinted in 1992. Scholars' Facsimiles & Reprints, Delmar, NY. USED. $35.00