A brief concordance, or table to the Bible of the last translation : serving for the more easie finding out of the most useful places therein contained de DOWNAME, John - 1659

1841 Naturalists Jardine Mammalia Marsupial Kangaroo Koala Color Illustrated
Sir William Jardine was a 19th-century Scottish naturalist most known for his extensive series of books on natural history, 'The Naturalist's Library'.

This undated edition of Jardine's 'Mammalia' is beautifully color illustrated with 37 engravings of various species of 'Marsupial and Pouched Animals'! The plates from Jardine's works are exceedingly desirable and are found framed and displayed by themselves. This volume showcases illustrations and descriptions of possums, kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and much more. This volume also includes a memorial and portrait of Barclay.
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JARDINE, Sir William
The Naturalist's Library, Mammalia… Marsupialia or Pouched Animals.
London, Edinburgh: W. H. Lizars, Henry G. Bohn, [1841].

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1714 Blaise PASCAL Pensees Christian Apologetic Pascal's Wager French Philosophy

"Men despise religion. They hate it and are afraid it may be true. The cure for this is first to show that religion is not contrary to reason, but worthy of reverence and respect. Next make it attractive, make good men wish it were true, and then show that it is."
– Pascal, Pensees
Blaise Pascal's thoughts, organized as "Pensees," were written as a collection of writings on theology and philosophy. 'Pensees' was a culmination of all of Pascal's non-mathematic discoveries and ideas which ultimately led him to a life of religious asceticism. He defended Christianity in this work. In doing so, it 'became one of the most famous Christian books in history.' (Keller, Gospel Coalition). 'Pascal was aware that, very often, we see only what we want to see' (Morris, 145) and because of that, he hoped to be able to 'convince man to overcome the natural reluctance many feel toward religion.' The concept of "Pascal's Wager" stems… Leer más

1697 Blaise PASCAL Provincial Letters Witchcraft Sorcery JESUIT Philosophy Magic

"I have only made this letter longer because I have not had the time to make it shorter."
― Blaise Pascal, The Provincial Letters

The "Provincial Letters" by Blaise Pascal are a collection of letters in defense of Antoine Arnauld, a Jansenist who was condemned for heresy. Because of the content and nature of the letters, Pascal wrote them under a pseudonym of Louis de Montalte and added satire, humor, and wit to them so as to further himself from the letters. Pascal addresses controversial subject matter including witchcraft, magic, sorcery, and justification of assassinations.

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PASCAL, Blaise

Les provinciales, ou, Les lettres ecrites par Louis de Montalte [pseud.] a un provincial de ses amis, et aux rr. pp. jesuites.

A Cologne : Chez N. Schoute, 1697.

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o [22], 230 (i.e., 430)
• Language: French
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1806 Constitution Letters of Junius Newspaper Laws Government Americana 2v SET

Junius was the pseudonym of a writer who contributed a series of letters to the Public Advertiser, a London newspaper, from 1769 to 1772. The 'Letters of Junius' composed of 68 letters between the 'Public Advertiser,' Philo Junius, Sir William Draper, and Mr. Horne. It was written to notify the public of their historical and constitutional rights and describe how the government had disregarded those rights. This 1806 edition was published by Phillips and Adlard in London, beautifully bound!

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JUNIUS

Junius : stat nominis umbra

London: Printed for R. Phillips by J. Adlard, 1806.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes
o Vol. 1 – [2], lxxxiv, 355, [1]
o Vol. 2 – [2], iv, 385, [7]
o 4 engraved plates throughout
· Language: English
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~7in X 4.25in (18cm x 11cm)

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1716 Julius Caesar WAR Commentary Military MAPS Tactics Bellum Africum Hirtius
"If you must break the law, do it to seize power: in all other cases observe it!"
– Julius Caesar
A rare collection of civil war histories and Julius Caesar war commentaries!
Julius Caesar's war commentaries are some of the most prolific military writings! While not specifically known for his writing, Julius Caesar wrote this book which would become a mainstay in the Latin literature canon. It focuses on first-hand account of Julius Caesar in the Callic wars, but it was written as though from a third-person view.
This 1716 edition was collected and edited by Michael Maittaire and published in London. It should be noted that included in this edition is Aulus Hirtius' Bellum Alexandrinum and his continuation of Caesar's De bello Gallico.
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CAESAR, Julius
C. Julii Cæsaris et A. Hirtii de rebus à C. Julio Cæsari gestis commentarii. Cum C. Jul. Cæsar. Fragmentis
Londini: J. Tonson & J.… Leer más

1836 AFRICA 1ed Lander Niger River Exploration Illustrated Maps Slavery

Richard Lander was an English explorer who made his name for his voyages into Africa. After nearly a decade of African voyages, the British government sent Richard and his brother John in 1830 to explore the Niger River. While at the river delta, they were captured by local tribes for a short time. Their voyage did yield grand results – they discovered the Niger River course and outlets.
The specifics of the journey were written and published under various titles, including 'The Travels of Richard and John Lander'. This work is a fascinating account of African culture, geography, and 19th-century exploration. This 1836 first edition includes nine fine, full-page engravings, including maps and views of local tribes.
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LANDER, Richard & John
The travels of Richard and John Lander, into the interior of Africa : for the discovery of the course and termination of the Niger ; from unpublished documents… Leer más

1890 Brownie Book 1ed Palmer Cox Children Fairy Tale ART Celtic Elf Mythology

Palmer Cox was a Canadian author and illustrator best known for The Brownies, based on Celtic mythology and highland Scottish tales told to Cox by his grandmother. Brownies are small imaginary male sprites, who enjoy harmless pranks and helpful deeds and have never been seen by people. "Another Brownie Book" is the second book in Cox' Brownies series.
This 1890 first edition features twenty-four Brownie stories, all told in verse, complete with numerous black and white wood engravings and color illustrations.

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COX, Palmer
Another Brownie Book
New York: Century Co., ©1890. First Edition.
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xi, [1], 144
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· Language: English
· Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure
· Size: ~10.25in X 8.5in (26cm x 21.5cm)
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1819 1st ed Forbin Travels in EGYPT Levant Voyages Pyramids Sphinx Jerusalem
Nicolas Philippe de Forbin was an early 19th-century French historian and art antiquary, who, in 1817, set out on a voyage to the Levant to view, study, and acquire ancient pieces of art. The voyage took Forbin and his traveling party to the Holy Land and Jerusalem, Syria, Athens, Constantinople, and even the Dead Sea.
His journal of the excursion covers his discoveries giving special attention to the Egyptian pyramids and the Great Sphinx. This undated first English edition includes impressive sketch illustrations of ruins, the Temple of Karnak, ruins of ancient Jericho, Castle at Cairo, the Pyramids at Giza, and the ancient walls of Jerusalem. A highly desirable work of Middle Eastern voyages!
Item number: #14024
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FORBIN, Count Nicolas Philippe de
Travels in Egypt, being a continuation of the Travels in the Holy Land, in 1817-18
London : Printed for Sir Richard Phillips, [1819]. First edition.

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1847 CHINA 1ed Canton Journal of Shaw Voyage American Revolutionary WAR India
Major Samuel Shaw was an 18th-century officer in the Continental Army, who served under General Henry Knox and the 3rd Artillery Regiment. Following his service in the army, Shaw was part of a voyage to China in which he was appointed Consul by the Continental Congress. The journals that he kept on this voyage, as well as those on the American revolution, were published in 1847 by Crosby and Nichols.

Item number: #13427
Price: $599
SHAW, Samuel
The journals of Major Samuel Shaw, the first American consul at Canton
Boston : W. Crosby and H.P. Nichols, 1847. First edition.
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· Collation: Complete with all pages
o xiii, [1], 360
· References: Sabin 79959; Goldsmiths'-Kress no. 34987.38
· Language: English
· Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure
o Cloth
· Size: ~9.5in X 6in (24cm x 15cm)
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1856 1ed Code of Masonic Law Robert Morris Freemasonry Ancient Rites Rituals
Robert Morris was an important American Freemason poet who is chiefly remembered for creating the Order of the Eastern Star. One of his lesser-known books, but no-less important, was 'Code of Masonic Law'. This book deals primarily with principles of masonic law, providing context of the history of Freemasonry, masonic officers' duties, as well as ancient rites and ceremonies.
Item number: #13481
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MORRIS, Robert
Code of masonic law : being a practical exhibit of the landmarks and usages of ancient craft masonry
Louisville, KY : Published for the author by J.F. Brennan, 1856. First edition.

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o xvi, 480, xxxviii, [2]
o 4 full-page illustrations
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Size: ~8.5in X 6in (22cm x 15cm)
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Quite rare
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