antique book, religio medici, sir thomas browne, english language, dated 1915

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This is an an antique copy of Religio Medici by Sir Thomas Browne. An English language book, published by Macmillan & Co, London in the early 20th century, dated 1915.

A seventeenth century work, Religio Medici - in English, The Religion of a Doctor - was written by Sir Thomas Browne (1605 - 1682). An English Polymath and author, Browne authored works on a wide variety of subjects. Noted for a sense of melancholy and wit, his works held great influence in period. At one point listed upon the Pope's prohibition list, Browne's first effort Religio Medici of 1643 sought to use scientific imagery to illustrate religious truths.

• Presented in good antique order, intact and with minimal markings
• Delightful cobalt blue hard binding with tooled title to spine and GTS seal to cover
• Published in the Golden Treasury Series by MacMillan & Co, this copy dated 1915
• Frontispiece hosts an etched portrait, likely of Browne himself
• Across 392 pages, with footnotes and excerpts adding key detail with 55 page preface

This is a fascinating antique copy of Religio Medici. A 17th century best seller for the English author Sir Thomas Browne, and at times infamous for its subject manner. This edition printed in London in 1915. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 11cm (4.25'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 16cm (6.25'')

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Antique Book, Religio Medici, Sir Thomas Browne, English Language, Dated 1915

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