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CONFUCIUS (551-479, B.C.) The Morals… being one of the most choicest Pieces of Learning remaining of that nation. London: for Randal Taylor, 1691.
First English edition of the writings of the influential Chinese philosopher.
8vo (159 x 99 mm). Contemporary calf (some light wear). Provenance: John Hay, 1st Marques of Tweeddale, 1626–1694 (late 17th-century armorial with motto "Spare Nought," captioned with Hay's titles: "Marques of Tueeddale Earle of Gifford, Viscount Walden, Lord Hay of Yester & c.”) Wing C-5806.
First English edition of the writings of the influential Chinese philosopher.
8vo (159 x 99 mm). Contemporary calf (some light wear). Provenance: John Hay, 1st Marques of Tweeddale, 1626–1694 (late 17th-century armorial with motto "Spare Nought," captioned with Hay's titles: "Marques of Tueeddale Earle of Gifford, Viscount Walden, Lord Hay of Yester & c.”) Wing C-5806.