A Collection Of Several Pieces Of Mr John Locke, Never Before Printed, Or Not Extant In His Works. 1720 First Constitution-----------out For Rebinding By G Jim

John Locke

Published by J Betttenham for R. Franklin, London, 1720

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[62], 362, Index and Errata pages; Sabin states, " Contains the fundamental Constitutions of Carolina," the first instrument ever digested and written out , for the entire and perfect government of a political body, The plan was laid out by Lord Shaftesbury, but the labor of it's composition was accomplished by Mr Locke. Though impracticable in many particulars, it undoubtedly suggested to the colonists many hints which were beneficial in their civil and political organization." Rebound in 3/4 leather. The copper plate of the Solar System is there in facsimile. Otherwise VG complete contents an appealing binding ensconced in a matching slip case covered with handmade paper, A thoroughly attractive copy. Seller Inventory # 40126

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Title: A Collection Of Several Pieces Of Mr John ...

Publisher: J Betttenham for R. Franklin, London

Publication Date: 1720

Binding: Leather

Condition: Very Good with no dust jacket

Edition: First Edition; First Printing.