Georgette de Montenay’s emblem book stands at the crossroads of Reformation devotion and early modern innovation: the first emblem book ever written by a woman and the earliest to use copper engravings rather than woodcuts. The 1619 Frankfurt edition preserves her pioneering vision in a refined Protestant “Stammbuch” format.
Georgette de Montenay’s emblem book stands at the crossroads of Reformation devotion and early modern innovation: the first emblem book ever written by a woman and the earliest to use copper engravings rather than woodcuts. The 1619 Frankfurt edition preserves her pioneering vision in a refined Protestant “Stammbuch” format.
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Here is a view of the books before they take a trip to the 2025 Boston Book show! come see us at booth 404
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Gregory I sammelband 16th century printing Lyon 1516 early Reformation sources proto-Reformation Gregory and Luther penitential theology in Reformation indulgences and Gregory Pope Gregory the Great Homiliae divi Gregorii Lyon printers 16th century
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The Letters of Marsilio Ficino, published in 1495, are crucial to understanding his role in the Platonic and Hermetic revival during the Italian Renaissance. They offer insights into his thoughts, relationships, and intellectual activities. Comprised of significant correspondences, these letters serve as both historical documents and moral teachings, showcasing humanistic scholarship.
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I am going to list on my Blog, A searchable list of ALL the books I have owned and sold With Female ownership, hopefully this information will be helpful to some! https://earlymodernfemalebookownership.wordpress.com/author/franceswolfrestonhorbouks/?page_id=4648
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344G Izquierdo, Sebastián1601-1681. Ignatius,; of Loyola, Saint,; 1491-1556. Praxis exercitiorum spiritualium P.N.S. Ignatti. Auctore P. Sebastiano Izquierdo Alcarazense Societatis Jesu. Romae : Typis Ioannis Francisci Buagni. 1695 Price... Continue Reading →
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704J pseudo Albertus Magnus Albertus Magnus de secretis mulierum cum commento. [Venetiis]; [Per Jo. Alvisium de Varisio], 1501. $SOLD Quarto 24 x 14.5 cm. Collation: a-g⁸. 56 leaves. (The text is that of the undated edition of Perugia.) This copy... Continue Reading →
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