Search Results: Authors starting with F from Schilb Antiquarian Rare Books

1571 Fabricius Virorum Illustrium Famous Lives ROME Josephus Tacitus Strabo

"Death comes to all, But great achievements raise a monument, Which shall endure until the sun grows old."
– Georg Fabricius

Georg Fabricius was an important 16th-century Protestant German author who is responsible for some of the best editions of Greek and Roman classics such as Terence, Virgil, and Horace. And while his commentary on classical literature is without a doubt his best work, he is also known for a study on the history of Christian religion. He published a number of sacred poems as well in which he sought to completely avoid all traces of paganism.

This 1571 printing of 'Virorum Illustrium' includes many of his sacred poems, but is desirable for his biographical sketches of notable church fathers, historians, and Roman rulers including:
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Africanus
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Appian
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Florus
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Josephus
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Justin Martyr
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Thucydides
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Prudentius
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Xenophon
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1800 FAMOUS 1ed Fabroni on DANTE Poliziano Ariosto & Tasso Italian Poetry RARE

Angelo Fabroni was an 18th-century Italian historian who is remembered for his praise of famous Italian authors. In his book 'Elogi di Dante, Poliziano, Ariosto, e Tasso', Fabroni provides an essay on each of the four literary giants. This works has proved to be an important biographical study on the poetry of ancient and medieval Italian poetry. Curiously, this book is exceedingly rare and valuable and is not known to many Italian poetry bibliographies.

Item number: #23917
Price: $750

FABRONI, Angelo

Elogj di Dante Alighieri, di Angelo Poliziano, di Lodovico Ariosto, e di Torquato Tasso

Parma: Stamperia Reale, 1800. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages;
o [8], 3-379, [3]
· Language: Italian
· Provenance: Bookplate – John Capel Philips
o John Capel Phillips (1831-1907) was a Captain in the King's Own 2d Regiment of Staffordshire Militia and the esquire of The… Read More

1629 1ed Facundus of Hermaine RARE Defense of Council of Calcedon North African

Facundus of Hermaine was a 6th-century North African Christian writer. Today, he is only known for one work – 'Pro Defensione Trium Capitulorum' – a defense of the Council of Chalcedon. This work was collected and edited by Jacques Sirmond and published in 1629.
Item number: #9711
Price: $550
FACUNDUS, of Hermaine
Facundi episcopi Hermianensis prouinciae africanae Pro defensione trium capitulorum Concilij Calchedonensis libri XII...
Parisiis: Apud Sebastianum Cramoisy, viâ Iacobaeâ, sub ciconiis, 1629. 1st edition

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Language: Latin
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Size: ~6.5in X 4.5in (16.5cm x 11cm)
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1760 Complete Sportsman 1ed Fairfax Hunting Fishing Equestrian Husbandry SPORTS

'The Complete Sportsman' is an 18th-century English hunting manual by Thomas Fairfax. First published in 1760 (Westwood & Satchell), this book provides a wealth of knowledge on hunting fox and deer, shooting, fishing, bowling, horse-racing and training, dog-breeding, and much more!

Item number: #24631
Price: $599

FAIRFAX, Thomas

The complete sportsman, or, Country gentleman's recreation : containing the whole arts of breeding and managing game cocks, with the best methods of fighting them. Of rearing and backing colts ... Of shooting, and of shooting flying…

London: Printed for J. Cooke, [1760]. First edition.

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· Collation: Complete with all pages
o vi, 7-240
o Includes engraved frontispiece
· References: Westwood & Satchell, p. 90; ESTC N 44488
· Language: English
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~7.25in X 4.25in (18cm x 11cm)

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1760 1ed Complete Sportsman Fairfax Fox Deer Hunting Equestrian Husbandry SPORTS

'The Complete Sportsman' is an 18th-century English hunting manual by Thomas Fairfax. First published in 1760 (Westwood & Satchell), this book provides a wealth of knowledge on hunting fox and deer, shooting, fishing, bowling, horse-racing and training, dog-breeding, and much more!

Item number: #21492
Price: $499

FAIRFAX, Thomas

The complete sportsman, or, Country gentleman's recreation : containing the whole arts of breeding and managing game cocks, with the best methods of fighting them. Of rearing and backing colts ... Of shooting, and of shooting flying…

London: Printed for J. Cooke, [1760]. First edition.

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• Collation: Complete with all pages
o vi, 7-240
• References: Westwood & Satchell, p. 90; ESTC N 44488
• Provenance: Handwritten – Henry Blake, 1833
• Language: English
• Binding: Leather; tight and secure
• Size: ~6.75in X 4.25in (17cm x 10.5cm)

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1785 The Shipwreck William Falconer ART Scottish Ships Nautical Poem Navigation

"With living colours give my verse to glow:
The sad memorial of a tale of woe!"
– William Falconer, The Shipwreck

William Falconer was an 18th-century Scottish poet whose poetry focused on marine life and life at sea. His most important work, 'The Shipwreck', was written in 1762 and gained him instant and immense success. The story follows the adventure on an English ship headed home, but was wrecked in Greece. Falconer created this work as an autobiographical account of him being on the ship, and his adventures along with the two other survivors.

This 1785 features impressive, folding maps and engravings – highly desirable and valuable!
Item number: #16290
Price: $599
FALCONER, William
The shipwreck
London : Printed for T. Cadell, 1785.

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1769 MARINE Dictionary 1ed Falconer Military Ships Navigation Engravings NAVY
"With living colours give my verse to glow:
The sad memorial of a tale of woe!"
– William Falconer, The Shipwreck
William Falconer was an 18th-century Scottish poet whose poetry focused on marine life and life at sea. His most important work, 'The Shipwreck', was written in 1762 and gained him instant and immense success. The story follows the adventure on an English ship headed home, but was wrecked in Greece.
However, in addition to 'The Shipwreck', Falconer wrote many other works revolving around marine and sea life including his "Universal Dictionary of the Marine". This encyclopedia-like work is an alphabetically-organized work offering descriptions and examples of countless nautical terms. Perhaps the most noteworthy aspect of this work is the impressive, folding engravings – illustrations that depict ships, ship construction, fleet maneuvers, and so much more! Truly impressive work!
Item number: #23715
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1948 WILLIAM FAULKNER 1st/1st Intruder in the Dust Racial Justice Civil Rights

"Intruder in the Dust" by William Faulkner, published in 1948, is a crime novel set in Mississippi that explores racial tensions and the quest for justice. The story centers on Lucas Beauchamp, a black farmer wrongfully accused of murdering a white man, whose path to exoneration is aided by a diverse group of characters, including black and white teenagers, and a spinster from a longstanding Southern family. Faulkner's signature stream of consciousness narrative and deep reflections on the South's historical memory of the American Civil War add depth to the novel. The characters and themes highlight the complexities of racism and the possibility of redemption in the American South. Following its publication, the novel was adapted into a film, and Faulkner's contribution to American literature was recognized with a Nobel Prize in 1950. The novel continues to be appreciated for its critical engagement with social issues and… Read More

1791 PROVENANCE 1ed Marshal Richelieu SIGNED Seven Years War Austrian Succession
Louis Vignerot du Plessis was an 18th-century French diplomat, better-known for serving as the 3rd Duke of Richelieu. After serving the War of Austrian Succession and the Seven Years War, Richelieu became the Marshal of France under Louis XIV. An extensive biography of his life was published in 1791 by Louis Faur. However, more than describing his political and military careers, Faur's "Vie prive�e du mare�chal de Richelieu" describes Richelieu's private life, more specifically his relationships with women. It contains many original letters and private memoirs providing great insight to the life of Richelieu outside of his public life.
This first edition, three-volume set includes a handwritten letter signed by Louis François Armand de Vignerot du Plessis, 3rd Duke of Richelieu! Additionally, the set was later owned by the esteemed physicist and Nobel Prize winner, Louis Victor Pierre Raymond, 7th Duc de Broglie!
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1765 LAW Justinian Code Codex Fabrianus Savoy Court ROME Latin Favre FOLIO

Antoine Favre was a 16th-century notable jurist from the Savoy. Known primarily as the president of the Savoy court in the late 1500s, Favre published an important work on law – 'Codex Fabrianus Definitionum Forensium'. This book was a collection of legal reports and court decisions that were based on the famed Justinian Codex.

Item number: #8499
Price: $499
FAVRE, Antoine
Codex Fabrianus definitionum forensium et rerum in sacro Sabaudiae senatu tractatarul, ad ordinem titulorum codicis Justinianei... accomodatus... auctore Antonio Fabro... Accesserunt Jura Impreii novissima et saxonica nec non recentiorum pragmaticorum celebriorum auctoritates, cum vita auctoris et indicibus necessariis
Coloniae Allobrogum : Sumptibus Fratrum de Tournes, 1765.

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1649 LAW Justinian Code Codex Fabrianus Savoy Court ROME Latin Favre FOLIO
Antoine Favre was a 16th-century notable jurist from Savoy. Known primarily as the president of the Savoy Court in the late 1500s, Favre published an important work on law – 'Codex Fabrianus Definitionum Forensium'. This book was a collection of legal reports and court decisions that were based on the famed Justinian Codex.
Item number: #15982
Price: $795
FAVRE, Antoine
Codex Fabrianus definitionum forensium et rerum in sacro Sabaudiae senatu tractatarum, ex ordine titulorum Codicis Justinianei, quantum fieri potuit, ad usum forensem accomodatus, in novem libros distributus.
Lugduni : sumptibus P. et Cl. Rigaud, 1649.

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[16], 1124, [80]
· Language: Latin
· Binding: Leather; tight & secure
· Size: ~14in X 9.75in (35.5cm x 24.5cm)
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1891 ARCTIC CIRCLE 1ed King of Mysteries Exploration Polar Expedition MAPS
"The King of Mysteries or the World's Wonderland" by Col. A.G. Feather is a compelling exploration of the Arctic Circle's mysterious icy expanse, showcasing a series of dramatic adventures, significant discoveries, and treacherous explorations undertaken by brave souls from the early English exploration era to daring Americans at the turn of the century. With 82 superb illustrations enriching the narrative, Feather provides an interconnected and immersive story rather than isolated accounts, aiming to capture the reader's imagination just as he had been captivated throughout his chronicling journey. The book promises intriguing adventure as well as insightful revelations about one of Earth's most enigmatic regions of the time, highlighting the relentless spirit of adventurers who risked everything to unveil its secrets. Through this work, Feather aspired to provide both amusement and knowledge, leaving readers with a deep… Read More

1647 Dippers Dipt PURITAN Daniel Featley Anabaptist History Baptism Baptist RARE
Daniel Featley was a 17th-century English Puritan preacher known for his Calvinistic views. His best, and consequently most controversial work was 'The Dippers Dipt' – a collection of articles, essays, speeches, and letters over Anabaptist views of baptism (including child baptism), prayer, the role of clergy, and oaths within the church. This work has long since served as an important history of the Anabaptists during 17th-century protestant reforms.
Item number: #21094
Price: $950
FEATLEY, Daniel

[Katabaptistai kataptystoi]. The dippers dipt. Or, the Anabaptists duck'd and plung'd over head and ears, at a disputation in Southwark
London: Richard Royston, 1647.

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Warning for England – [217]-256
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1705 Italian Renaissance Da Vinci ART Lives of the Painters French Felibien
Andre Felibien was a 17th-century French art historian known for his service under Louis XIV of France. In the 16th-century artist Giorgio Vasari published 'Lives of the Excellent Painters' which greatly influenced Felibien, so much so that Felibien wrote his own version entitled 'Entretiens' or 'Lives and Works of the Most Excellent Painters'. In addition to highlighting the lives of the great art masters, Felibien used this book to give prominence to local French artists.
This complete four-volume 1705 edition contains impressive, full-page engravings.
Item number: #23236
Price: $750
FELIBIEN, Andre
Entretiens Sur Les Vies Et Sur Les Ouvrages Des Plus Excellens Peintres Anciens Et Modernes
Londres: David Mortier, 1705.
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· Collation: Complete with all pages; 4 volumes
o Vol. I – [34], 248, [8]
Engraved frontispiece
o Vol. II – 297, [7]
o Vol. III – 418, [6]
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o Vol. IV – 371, [5]
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1676 1st ed ARCHITECTURE Felibien Architects Cathedrals Rome Illustrated ART
'History of Architecture,' written by Jean-Francois Felibien des Avaux, gives descriptions of various palaces, ports, cathedrals, forts, and villas many of which are based in Greek and Roman tradition. Iconic structures are discussed such as The Roman Pantheon, Solomon's Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Roman Aqueducts. Many important historical figures and Catholic popes are mentioned including Vespasian, Xerxes, Pope Urban IV, Alexander the Great and Alaric, King of Goths.

The impressive collection of 65 full-page engravings depicts architecture gear, painting accessories, and construction and carpentry tools.
Item number: #12133
Price: $950
FE�LIBIEN, Jean François
Des principes de l'architecture, de la sculpture, de la peinture, et des autres arts qui en dependent
A Paris : Chez Jean-Baptiste Coignard, 1676. First edition.
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1705 ART Lives Excellent Painters French Felibien Italian Renaissance Da Vinci
Andre Felibien was a 17th-century French art historian known for his service under Louis XIV of France. In the 16th-century artist Giorgio Vasari published 'Lives of the Excellent Painters' which greatly influenced Felibien, so much so that Felibien wrote his own version entitled 'Entretiens'
or 'Lives and Works of the Most Excellent Painters'. In addition to highlighting the lives of the great art masters, Felibien used this book to give prominence to local French artists.
This 3-volume 1705 edition contains seven distinct parts and features impressive, full-page engravings.
Item number: #18132
Price: $750
FELIBIEN, Andre
Entretiens Sur Les Vies Et Sur Les Ouvrages Des Plus Excellens Peintres Anciens Et Modernes
Londres: David Mortier, 1705.

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§ Lectures – [36], 112
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1659 1ed Octavius by Minucius Felix Paganism v Christianity Cicero Philosophy
Marcus Minucius Felix was a 3rd-century Roman scholar who is remembered only for being an advocate of Christianity in a pagan Roman world. His only known work was "Octavius" – a narrative dialogue between a Christian and a pagan. Much of this work was influenced by Cicero's "Nature of the Gods" and was written to convince non-Christians to convert from their pagan ways.
This 1659 French edition was translated by Nicolas Perrot d' Ablancourt.
Item number: #18012
Price: $499
FELIX, Marcus Minucius
L'Octauius de Minucius Felix
Paris : C. Barbin, 1659. First edition.

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o [12], 129, [3]
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Language: French
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Size: ~5.25in X 3in (13.5cm x 8cm)
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1709 BEAUTIFUL 1ed Octavius Minucius Felix Pagan Evangelism Fine Binding Arms
Marcus Minucius Felix was a 3rd-century Roman scholar who is remembered only for being an advocate of Christianity in a pagan Roman world. His only known work was "Octavius" – a narrative dialogue between a Christian and a pagan. Much of this work was influenced by Cicero's "Nature of the Gods" and was written to convince non-Christians to convert from their pagan ways.
This 1709 Latin edition was edited by Jacobus Gronovius.
Item number: #18565
Price: $750
FELIX, Marcus Minucius
M. Minucii Felicis Octavius cum integris Woweri, Elmenhorstii, Heraldi & Rigalti notis aliorumque hinc inde collectis ex recensione Jacobi Gronovii
Lugduni Batavorum : Apud Cornelius Boutestein, Samuelem Luchtmans, 1709. First edition.

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o [20], 496, [24], 56
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Thomas Gaisford (1779 –1855) was an English classical scholar and… Read More

1696-1731 1ed Baruch Spinoza Philosophy Fenelon Boulainvilliers Metaphysics Primarily remembered for his novel "The Adventures of Telemachus", Francois Fenelon was a French archbishop of Cambray who wrote a number of poems and essays. However, one of his lesser-known works was his collecting of other works which refuted the writings and philosophical thought of Baruch Spinoza. "Refutation des Erreurs of Spinosa" contains essays by Henri Boulainvilliers, Colerus, Orobio, and Francois Lami, as well as Fenelon's own thoughts; however, only about ten pages of this entire book were original to Fenelon. This book contains the principles of Spinoza's metaphysical and philosophical thoughts as well as the responses of these highly influential European philosophers toward Spinoza. Item number: #21972 Price: $750 FENELON, Francois [edit.] RĂ©futation des erreurs de Benoit de Spinosa par M. de Fenelon ... par le p. Lami ... et par M. le comte de Boullainvilliers And Le Nouvel Atheisme Reuverse, Ou Refutation Du… Read More

1789 FABLES Francois Fenelon Tales & Mythology Abbas of Persia Aristonous FOLIO
Primarily remembered for his novel "The Adventures of Telemachus", Francois Fenelon was a French archbishop of Cambray who wrote a number of poems and essays. 'Tales and Fables' is a collection of mythological and ancient stories including those of lesser-known figures such as Aristonous, Shah Abbas King of Persia, Alfa Route and Clarifilia, Celobulus and Phillis, and many others.
This 1789 folio edition includes both French and English translations with separate pagination.
Item number: #25234
Price: $599
FENELON, Francois de Salignac
Tales and fables in French and English : written originally for the instruction of a young prince
London: Printed for J. Deighton, 1789.
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· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 parts in 1
o [4], 86, [2]; 78
French translation included in second part
· Language: English / French
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~10.75in X 8.5in (27cm x 21.5cm)
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