Orosius — Adversus Paganos Historiarum Libri Septem

Leiden, Gerardum Potuliet, 1738. Leather. A Latin translation of the important history of mankind by Orosius, an incredibly important history. In Latin.'Adversus Paganos Historiarum Libri Septem' is the only history book written by Roman priest Orosius.This important history gives a unique insight into the historiographical methodology of the Spanish priesthood, believed to have been written between 416 and 417. Its publication had a great impact on historiography, and is one of the most important Hispanic books of all time.Orosius' work looks at the history of mankind, but with the approach of God guiding humanity, from the age of pagans up to Orosius' lifetime. Illustrated with the occasional in-text illustration.This edition was edited with annotations by Dutch classicist Siwart Havercamp.Bookplate of Robert More to the front paste down. More was a noted amateur botanist and friend of Linnaeus, and politician who sat in the House of Commons. In a full calf binding. Externally, generally smart, with light marks to the boards and spine. Small cracks to the tail of the joints, larger to the rear joint. Minor bumping to the extremities. A small amount of loss to the tail of the spine. Very light rubbing to the joints and extremities. Front hinge is starting but firm. Bookplate to the front paste down. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and clean with the occasional spot. Good . Ill.: None. Good .