An Apology for the Bible, in a Series of Letters, Addressed to Thomas Paine, Author of a Book Entitled, The Age of Reason, Part the Second, Being an Investigation of True and of Fabulous Theology by Watson, R - 1796

The cover of this book has much wear. A binding was added later as well as pads for the corner's of the book. the previous owners names are written on the inside of the front cover and on the top of the third blank page. The pages are yellowing and tanning. The edges of most of the pages are worn. This is a rare book and dates 147 years old.."There are three books which ought to be found in every household - the Bible, an English dictionary, and a Bible dictionary. The necessity of the first two is universally admitted; and a moment's consideration will show the almost equal importance of the third." - Preface to the edition by the publishers

This book is in good condition. The cover has some light wear and the corners are definitely worn. The previous owner's name is written on the inside of the front cover and his seal is affixed to the front cover. The pages are clear of any markings crisp and white. "It is a most invaluable part of the blessed "liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free," that in his worship different forms and usages may without offence be allowed, provided the substance of the Faith be kept entire; and that in every Church, what cannot be clearly determined to belong to Doctrine must be referred to Discipline; and therefore, by common consent and authority, may be altered, abridged, enlarged, amended, or otherwise disposed of, as may seem most convenient for the edification of the people, "according to the various exigency of times and occasions...."" - Preface from The Book of Common Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and Ceremonies of the Church Together with The Psalter or Psalms of David… Read More

1848 Fascination Charming Occult Sleep Walking HYPNOTISM Satanism Philosophy
John Newman's "Fascination" is a mid-19th-century classic on the study of hypnotism and spiritual therapy. Also known as "The Philosophy of Charming", this book covers a wide variety of topics from a Christian perspective including snake charming, Satanic worship, spirits in the physical world, somnambulism (sleep walking), secrets of ancient of Egypt, and much more!
Item number: #12905
Price: $499
NEWMAN, John
Fascination, or the philosophy of charming.
New York: Fowlers and Wells, 1848.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages:
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x, 176, [12]
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18 illustrations
· References: Wellcome .b2114378x;
· Language: English
· Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure
· Size: ~7.5in X 5in (19cm x 13cm)
· Quite scarce
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1857 Saint Ambrose Bishop of Milan BEAUTIFUL BINDING Miracles Roman Empire
"No one heals himself by wounding another."
― Ambrose of Milan
Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, is the most important ecclesiastical father of the 4th-century and has continually been an influence both in Milan and throughout the Western world even though he has been associated with persecutions of non-Christians.
This beautiful 19th-century edition of the life and history of Saint Ambrose was bound in a stunning, decorative boxboard binding. Highly desirable, beautiful display.

Item number: #20696
Price: $499
'M.D.S'

Histoire de Saint Ambroise, archevêque de Milan
Tours: A Mame et Cie, 1857.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
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[4], 187, [1]
· Provenance: Bookplate – Alexandre Gouitteau, 1857
· Language: French
· Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
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Beautiful, decorative binding
· Size: ~7.25in X 4.5in (18.5cm x 11.5cm)
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1834 American Antiquities Priest MAP Trail of Tears Indians Mormons Cannibals

A polemic text on the origin of civilization in the Americas. Priest argued that America was the land where Noah's Ark came to rest and suggested that at least some of the mounds had been built before the Deluge. Surveying the various themes of mound builder origins, he could not decide whether the mounds were the work of Polynesians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Israelites, Scandinavians, Welsh, Scots, or Chinese, although he felt certain the Indians had not built them.
"As the frontier receded and Americans found their lives becoming more regulated and urbanized, they were willing to seek escape in Priest's world. Ultimately, it is not surprising he attempted to write an epic of prehistoric America. His effort is so ambitious, so ludicrous in the face of archaeological evidence, such a collection of bizarre conjecture, such a failed synthesis of so much diverse information, and so ultimately fascinating, that it stands as… Read More

Valentiae Edetanorum (Valencia Spain): Ex Praelo Josephi et Thomae de Orga, 1786. Second Edition. Leather. Acceptable. 0x0x0. VINNIUS CASTIGATUS, atque ad usum tironum Hispanorum accomodatus: in quorum gratiam Hispaniae leges opportunioribus locis traduntur. Volume 1 (Tomus Primus) Only. Opera Joannis Sala Presbyteri, in Valentina Metropolitana praepositi. Editio secunda. Text in Latin. Hardcover bound book. Full Leather, 568 pages. Vintage fountain pen ink notes and marginalia (also in Latin). frontis engraving. front cover detached. The rear hinge (the inside portion of the flexible fold where book cover meets the book spine) is split (loose or open) the rear cover is still attached by the joint (the exterior flexible fold where book cover meets book spine). Leather on Leather paste on spine title, gold gilt designs on spine. There is rub-through to the corners of the boards, but the text block is surprisingly sharp. [Punishment of Vinnius; and accommodated for the use of Spanish recruits: in… Read More

Samuel Harrison Smith, Washington, DC, 1809; Folio (12 1/2 " x 19"), two pages (single leaf printed front and back). Samuel Harrison Smith’s National Intelligencer newspaper for Friday, May 19, 1809, with a lengthy front page letter over three full columns in length by John Adams addressed to the publishers of the Boston Patriot News in response to a recently published criticism. In it Adams recounts in minute detail his reasoning and corresponding actions with respect to the 1799 diplomatic mission to France undertaken by his team of representatives, which eventually resulted in the Convention of 1800 or "Treaty Of Montefontaine," ending America’s Quasi-War with France, which was initiated by Talleyrand’s 1796 order allowing for the seizure of American merchant ships. In the letter Adams reveals that his original choices for the diplomatic team were Chief Justice Oliver Ellsworth, Patrick Henry, and Williams Vans Murray, Minister to the Netherlands at the time. Justice… Read More

1689 English Reformation Burnet Henry VIII Elizabeth I Portraits RARE Latin ed

As a response to Nicolas Sanders attack on the English Reformation, Gilbert Burnet published a rebuttal that covered the reign of Henry VIII, the second volume covers the reign of Elizabeth I. The work saw such success and popularity that his reputation was enhanced, and the English Parliament gave thanks to Burnet after the completion of Burnet.

Burnet gives evidences of the difficulties and challenges that the Church of England faced against Catholics and the government. Burnet defended his doctrines in this work and "confirmed them in another sermon, in which he also made some reflections on Bishops" that were impactful in English reforms. (Burnet, HRCE, Book III, 307).

This Latin edition was published in 1689 and is considerably rarer than the earlier English printings. It also features 16 impressive copper engraved portraits.

Item number: #6989
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BURNET, Gilbert
Historia reformationis ecclesiae… Read More

1760 Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew Beggars Gypsies America Tobacco Goadby
Bampfylde Moore Carew was an early 18th century English beggar who, miraculously, was the central character of a story by Robert Goadby. 'Life and Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew' told of Carew's life in disguise, his tricks and witty behavior, life with gypsies, travels and sea voyages to America, and involvement in tobacco trades.
Based on the 1745 original version, this undated 1760 sixth edition printing is titled 'An Apology for the Life' and is still thought to be written by Goadby.
Item number: #10445
Price: $499
GOADBY, Robert
An apology for the life of Mr. Bampfylde-Moore Carew commonly call'd the King of the beggars; being an impartial account of his life, from his leaving Tiverton school, at the age of fifteen, and entering into a society of gypsies, to the present time ... with his travels twice through great part of America. A particular account of the original government, languages, laws and customs of… Read More

1620 SATIRES Menippean Catholic LEAGUE Spain France Religion War Lipsius Rigault

'Quatuor clariss. virorum satyrae' is a rather unknown and obscure book of satires by Justus Lipsius and Nicolas Rigault, and while both names are given on the title page, neither is particularly known for political satire. This work is ultimately based on the 'Satire Menippee' – a political work of prose and satire which criticized the Catholic League and Spain during the French Religious Wars.
Item number: #14741
Price: $499
RIGUALT, Nicolas; LIPSIUS, Justus
Quatuor clariss. virorum satyrae
Lugduni Batavorum : Marciana, 1620.

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202
· Language: Latin
· Binding: Vellum; tight & secure
· Size: ~5in X 3in (13cm x 8cm)
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