Rare, 1727 Edinburgh edition, leather bound, tactile small size that fit easily into hand or pocket.
''Select Pieces'' by the reverend and pious Thomas ą Kempis Vol. 1 In which are contain''d Four Books of The Imitation of Jesus Christ. Corrected according to the original Latin.
Edinburgh, Printed by John Mossman and William Brown, his Majesty''s printers. 1727.
A classic work of Christian spirituality, the central theme being the importance of imitating the life and teachings of Jesus Christ in one''s own life. The title of this edition emphasizes that this is not a complete version of the book, but aims to offer readers a curated selection of passages chosen for their conciseness, clarity, or thematic significance. Published in Edinburgh, Scotland, during the early 18th century, it reflects the religious and intellectual climate of that time and location.
Brown full calf panels on boards, raised tooled bands to spine, noting wear ;
Bumping to corners, edge loss to to
...p and bottom to the spine.
Laid paper leaves gently toned with some marking and light soiling throughout.
Toning to edges.
Ownership inscription in ink to flyleaf.
Overall good and sound.
4,5/8'' x 2,3/8'' x 3/4'' or 117mm x 60mm x 20mm
weight 84grms
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Internal Reference: 250820
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1165607
Dateline of this antique is 1700
Height is 11.7cm (4.6inches)Width is 6cm (2.4inches)Depth is 2cm (0.8inches)
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