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HOBBES, Thomas (1588-1679). Leviathan, or the Matter, Forme, & Power of a Common-wealth Ecclesiastical and Civill, London: for Andrew Crooke, 1651. 2° (282 x 180mm.). Additional engraved title, one folding table. (Piece of blank corner torn away from title, one leaf reinforced at foremargin, Yy1 spotted and browned, occasional light spotting and browning, more pronounced towards the end, some minor ink staining). Contemporary calf. (Rubbed and scuffed, joints split at foot). Provenance: Richard Bulstroode (old signature on title).
FIRST EDITION, 1ST ISSUE, with "head" ornament on title. Lowndes 1077; Macdonald & Hargreaves 42; PMM 138; Wing J2246.
FIRST EDITION, 1ST ISSUE, with "head" ornament on title. Lowndes 1077; Macdonald & Hargreaves 42; PMM 138; Wing J2246.
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