GODWIN, William (1756-1836). The Enquirer. Reflections on Education, Manners, and Literature. In A Series of Essays. London: Printed for G. G. and J. Robinson, 1797. 8vo. Errata leaf at the end (some very light mainly marginal spotting and staining). Modern morocco-backed boards. Provenance: Richard Hancock, January 1807 (signature on front free endpaper). FIRST EDITION. Goldsmiths' 16911; Kress B3397. The Essay "Of Avarice and Profusion" (p. 168) inspired Thomas Malthus to write "Essay on the Principle of Population" in 1798.