Authorship of this tract has been variously attributed to Arthur Lee, William Pitt (the Elder), and Benjamin Franklin. While Benjamin Franklin submitted the text to J. Almon for publication, it is generally accepted that Lee was the author. Arthur Lee was a pro-American Member of Parliament, and writes here in defense of colonial rights and liberties. References: Sabin 39697; Adams 74-44a.

Octavo, [2], 63 pages, [4]. In Very Good minus condition. Pamphlet, later bound in light blue boards. Boards show light plus age-toning to edges and spine, with black lettering on spine. Text block shows moderate age-toning to edges, light plus age-toning throughout interiorly, and a 1-in. closed tear to title page along fore-edge. Four pages of publisher's ads appear at back. Lacking half-title page. RW Consignment. Shelved in Case 1.