Two Discourses Concerning Different Wits (6 results)

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Title page to Part I: A brief DISCOURSE concerning the different WITS of MEN. Written at the request of a Gentleman, Eminent in Virtue, Learning, Fortune, In the Year 1664. And now Published with Consent of the Author. Title page to Part II: The MYSTERIE of VINTNERS or a BRIEF DISCOURSE CONCERNING The various Sicknesses of WINES, and their respective Remedies, at this Day commonly used. Delivered to the ROYAL SOCIETY 1675. Pagination and register of the 2 Parts is continuous. SECOND ENLARGED EDITION 1675. Includes "Some observations concerning the ordering of wines" (caption title) by Christopher Merret on pages 208-235. Small 8vo, approximately 165 x 100 mm, 6½ x 4 inches, pages: [14], 1-208, 207-235, [1] - errata, page 138 misnumbered 128, some errors in pagination in the Vintners section, but all catch words correct, no pages missing, bound in full calf, original contemporary covers rebacked to match, gilt lettered label, author and date. Slight scuffing and wear to corners, shallow crease to 2 leaves, slight cropping to top margin, no loss to text, tiny closed tear to1 top margin, tip of lower corner missing from 1 page, not near text, no loss, old ink name to first pastedown, tiny old ink smudged price to top of general title page, occasional small pale mark to margins, slight pale age-browning, otherwise a very good clean copy. This edition is practically a reprint of the first edition of 1669 but has been enlarged by by the insertion of a few Latin quotations and one or two paragraphs. See: John Ferguson, Bibliographical Notes on Inventions and Books of Secrets, Seventh Supplement pages, 52-56, No. 77; ESTC 7350; James Gabler, Wine into words, page 57, "Mysterie" does not mean "mysterious" but is a corruption of the French "mestier" meaning trade; Andre L. Simon, Bibliotheca Gastronomica, page 36, No. 336; Andre Simon, Bibliotheca Vinaria, page 86; A Catalogue of Printed Books in the Wellcome Library, Volume 2, page 329; Katherine Bitting, Gastronomic Bibliography, page 83; Sotheby's Marcus and Elizabeth Crahan, Collection of Books on Food , Drink and Related Subjects, No.111; ESTC R7350. John Locke is supposed to have taken several of his ideas from the first part. MORE IMAGES ATTACHED TO THIS LISTING, ALL ZOOMABLE, FURTHER IMAGES ON REQUEST. POSTAGE AT COST.

First edition, first printing. Octavo. [xiv], 230. 6.5" x 4.5" Your Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Understanding - And Wine Walter Charleton (1619-1707) was a natural philosopher and writer. He was appointed physician to Charles I in 1641, when he was only 22 years old. While he had a practice, he preferred to spend most of his time reading and writing. He became a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 1676, where he gave lectures and even led as president for two years. This book presents two of his essays anonymously, although his name appears on later printings. In the first discourse, written in 1664, he examines the nature of man and his understanding. The second essay discusses the putrefaction of wine and how to remedy it. At the very end of the book is an additional essay by Dr. Merret on the process of making sparkling wine by adding sugar and molasses. Originally presented to the Royal Society in 1662, "Some Observations Concerning the Ordering of Wines" is the first documentation of this process. On the front pastedown is the bookplate of Marcus Crahan (1900-1978). A collector of over a thousand culinary books, he also authored a book on the history of drinking in America, titled "Early American Inebrietatis." This bookplate was designed for Crahan by Franz Gentz, a Hungarian artist and writer. It features the Chinese zodiac, a coat of arms, and various symbols, as well as phrases in Arabic, Irish, and Greek. [Dictionary of Anonymous and Pseudonymous English Literature by Kennedy, Smith, and Johnson, p. 129.; Gastronomic Bibliography by Bitting, p. 83.; Bibliotheca Gastronomica by Simon, #335.; Wine into Words by Gabler, p. 57.]. Minor rubbing with spots of wear to edges and corners; small hole rear panel not reaching all the way through the board; joints starting but holding strong; mild foxing and dark spotting throughout; part of corner missing pages 165-6 and 223-4; overall a near fine, tight copy. Contemporary brown calf boards blind ruled, 19th century re-spine and few repairs to corners in tan calf with blind and gilt decorations, dark brown calf spine label, speckled fore edges, blind outer dentelle, plain end papers.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. 8vo. Contemporary calf; modern spine. Charleton's thought-provoking discourse on the differences between men, their temperaments, thought processes, actions, etc. In the author's time it was known that the brain was the organ of the mind, but comparative anatomy had shown that the fabric of men's brains is not different from that of beasts. This was contradictory to Charleton and he attempted to find all the uses of the parts of the brain and soul. "Charleton foresaw that the answer to these problems would eventually come from future research 'to find the true uses of all the several parts of the Brain' and 'what she [the Soul] made use of in her several Functions' - a pointer to Gall's great discovery almost a century and a half later that the cortex is the seat of the higher mental and moral faculties and that the gradual growth of its surface area through the animal kingdom is what made man different from 'Brutes' and accounted for his superior intellectual endowment . " - Hunter and Macalpine. 300 Years of Psychiatry. pp. 193-5. Wing: C-3695. Simon, Bibliotheca Gastronomica: 336.

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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1669. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 258, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 258 258.