1843 - Proverbial Philosophy; A Book of Thoughts and Arguments, Originally Treated (Vellum)

By Martin Farquhar Tupper, Esq. M.A.

Published 1843
J. Hatchard and Son, Publishers/London

“Proverbial Philosophy; A Book of Thoughts and Arguments, Originally” is an 1838 work by Martin Farquhar Tupper. It’s a collection of moral and philosophical verses, written in a proverbial style, that offers guidance on themes like truth, justice, and wisdom. Highly popular in the 19th century in both Britain and America, it was widely read as a source of inspiration and moral instruction.

Some Chapters Included:

The Words of Wisdom of The Dream of Ambition, Of Humility, Of Pride, Of Prayer, Of WEalth, Of Friendship, Of Love, Of Tolerance, Of Joy ETC.

Decorative fine binding in vellum. Elaborate painted and gilt decorative detail to both boards and spine.  Gilt edges. Binding tight. Clean pages. Neat inscription to front endpaper dated 1844. 305pp.

Rare edition in this binding.

Size: 5” x 7 1/2”

Stunning binding & collectible piece!