Lot 1003
1003
(HEINSIUS, D.). Laus asini. Leyden, Ex off. Elzeviriana, 1629. (20), 438 pp. W. engr. ti. & text-engr. 12°. Cont. vellum w. overl. sides. (Bind. a bit warped, slightly browned/foxed).
Important second edition of 'The praise of the ass', one of the most popular works of Daniel Heinsius. It is supplemented with six new satirical pieces, appearing here for the first time, except the "Cras credo, hodie nihil". The author fiercely attacks the stupidity and ignorance of the ruling classes and government officials. W. ex-libris of the duke of Brunswick-Luneburg. - Willems, 315.€ 200
result € 150
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