Boston: William D. Ticknor, 1842. One of three 1842 editions. Original cover title, 35 pp. Presentation inscription: "Revd Dr. Palfrey with the author's respects." Palfrey is likely John Gorham Palfrey. There is a later date in ink, and another owner signs. Emerson was a cousin of Ralph Waldo Emerson, a teacher, president of the American Institute of Instruction and the Boston Society of Natural History (www.famousamericans.net). Removed from a bound volume, 19 1/2 cm tall. A Very Good copy.