Johnson, Samuel. Irene, a Tragedy. London: Printed for R. Dodsley and Sold by M. Cooper, 1749. First edition. Half-title, 86pp. + [2] ads. 8vo. Modern grey cloth, leather spine title. Loss to half-title page restored, closed central tear to same; mild occasional spotting and foxing, otherwise good. Johnson?s only play was published a dozen years after its completion, as a consequence of Garrick's offer to stage it when he took over Drury Lane. It was first performed on February 6, 1748. The following variations are present in this copy: the word "cene" appears on pages 14 (rather than ?scene?). Rothschild 1231.