The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image
The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary-image

The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary

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Publisher: Chatto Windus Edition: First UK Edition Topic: 17th Century Literature, English Thought, Poetry, Religion Format: Hardcover Intended Audience: Adults, Academic Features: Ex-Libris, Inscribed Unit Quantity: 1 Number of Pages: 315 Ex Libris: Yes Narrative Type: Nonfiction Signed: No Inscribed: Yes Vintage: Yes Language: English Original Language: English Book Title: The Seventeenth Century Background Publication Year: 1934 Author: Basil Willey Genre: Literary Criticism, Philosophy, History Country of Origin: Great Britain Era: Early 20th Century Type: Academic Study, Historical Analysis

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The Seventeenth Century Background Basil Willey 1934 First UK Ed Literary. Discover a pivotal work in literary and intellectual history with "The Seventeenth Century Background" by Basil Willey. This distinguished First UK Edition, published in 1934 by Chatto & Windus, offers a profound exploration of the thought of the age in relation to poetry and religion. Willey, a respected lecturer from the Faculty of English at Cambridge, meticulously analyzes the philosophical and religious currents that shaped 17th-century English literature, providing invaluable insights for scholars and enthusiasts alike. This hardcover volume delves into major figures and movements, from scholasticism and Bacon to Descartes, Hobbes, and Locke, making it an essential resource for understanding the intellectual landscape of the era. Featuring an ex-libris mark and a personal inscription from 1934, this copy carries a unique history, appealing to collectors of academic texts, literary criticism, and historical philosophy. A cornerstone for any collection focusing on English intellectual history and the interplay of faith and reason. ~ ~ ~ Please examine the photos closely. They are an important part of the description and represent the exact item you will receive. I am happy to provide more photos and answer specific questions about this book or any item in my store. I ship daily both in the USA and internationally and all orders are wrapped with care.

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