The History of Oracles, in two Dissertations

de Fontenelle, M.

Verlag: R. Urie, Glasgow, 1753

Beschreibung

12mo. [3], iv-x, [1], 2-144, [2] pp. Contemporary smooth calf with the spine in six compartments, a maroon morocco label lettered in gilt on the spine; all edges decoratively speckled. Completing the title page: Wherein are Proved, I. That the Oracles were not given out by Daemons; but were invented and supported by the Craft of the Pagan Priests. II. That the Oracles did not cease at the coming of Jesus Christ; but subsisted four hundred Years after it, till the entire Abolition of Paganism. Oxford DNB, Janet Todd, "Behn, Aphra [Aphara], (1640?-1689)". Translated from the French into English by Aphra Behn. Originally published in English in 1688. This work helped to popularize Copernican science and was also a comparative study of pagan religions, especially in late antiquity. The publication of this book was dangerous, as it questioned the Anglican and Catholic Church's authority. Moderate rubbing to the joints with two tiny holes exposed; an early owner's name on the first page of the preface. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 000010568

Bibliografische Details

Titel: The History of Oracles, in two Dissertations

Verlag: R. Urie, Glasgow

Erscheinungsdatum: 1753

Einband: Hardcover

Zustand: Very Good

Auflage: Later edition.