Observations Upon the Cities of London and Rome
Published by Henry Mortlake; J. Lloyd, London, 1687
- First Edition
- Softcover
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A vanishingly scarce first edition of English economist, physician, scientist and philosopher Sir William Petty's discussion of population and statistics in London and Rome, proclaiming London to be greater than Paris and Rome combined. A very scarce first edition.The author of this work, William Petty, was a scientist, inventor, and merchant, though is today best remembered for his theories on economics, and his methods of 'political arithmetic'.Petty came to prominence by serving Oliver Cromwell in Ireland, developing efficient methods of surveying the land that was to be confiscated and given to Cromwell's soldiers. He remained a significant figure under King Charles II and King James II.This demographic study examines London and Rome in the seventeenth century, comparing population size and economic activity, reaching the conclusion that London's wealth and influence surpassed that of Rome.Among the observations made are:'Before the Restoration of Monarchy in England, Anno 1660, the People of Paris were more than those of London and Dublin put together, whereas now, the People of London are more than those of Paris and Rome, or of Paris and Rouen.'Petty discusses the plague and fire of London, and celebrates the city for its impressive recovery following these events:'Anno 1665 one fifth part of the then People of London or 97 thousand died of the Plague, and in the next year 1666, 13 thousand Houses or one fifth part of all the Housing of London were burnt also'.'Since the great Fire of London, Anno 1666 about 7 parts of 15 of the present vast City hath been new built, and is with its People increased near one half, and become equal to Paris and Rome put together, the one being the Seat of the great French Monarchy and the other of the Papacy'.Retaining the imprimatur leaf.With small ink numbers handwritten to the head of the fore edge of each leaf.Wing P1930This work is reflective of Petty's interest in applying empirical and mathematical methods to social and economic questions. Unbound, as issued. Light handling marks to first and final leaf. Small ink numbers noted to head of each leaf. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright, with light handling marks. Very Good. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Observations Upon the Cities of London and Rome
- Author
- Sir William Petty
- Publisher
- Henry Mortlake; J. Lloyd, London
- Publication year
- 1687
- Condition
- Very Good
- Book Type
- book
- Binding
- Paperback
- Illustrator
- None
- Edition
- First edition.
- Item weight
- 0.5 kilograms
- Dimensions
- 6.5" by 4.5"
Rooke Books PBFA
Bath, United Kingdom
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