Thomas Burnet - TH. Burnetii Telluris Theoria Sacra - 1699

“TH. Burnetii Telluris Theoria Sacra, Originem & Mutationes Generalis Orbis Nostri”, Thomas Burnet, 1699. For sale is a copy of the influential cosmogonical-theological work by the English scholar and theologian Thomas Burnet (1635–1715). In it he develops a natural-philosophy-influenced theory about the origin and development of the Earth, with the biblical Flood (Deluge) centrally integrated into his worldview. The work includes a fold-out plate with representations of the western and eastern hemispheres (comparison copies often note two fold-out plates, each with a separate illustration). Additionally, there is a frontispiece and 12 of 12 rather large full-page illustrations. Furthermore, there are several woodcut initials and decorative ornaments within the text. Bound in a contemporary parchment binding with a handwritten spine title. The pages are slightly browned and untrimmed. The extensively folded plate has a tear, and there are occasional light foxing spots. Overall, good condition. Collation: 4 leaves, 558 pages Dimensions: 22 x 18.5 cm

Estimate:£380.3

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