Described By:Nikki HFA VX NYR
Title:Paulus Orosius 7 Books Of History Against The Pagans 1659 1500 Latin
Description:Interesting Paulus Orosius hardcover book that we believe may be the seven books of history against the pagans due to the content that can be translated by our team. Orosius was a Roman priest, historian and theologian and student of Augustine of Hippo. This book features beautiful hand painted letters similar to gilded décor and letters in illuminated manuscripts. Also featured in this book is extensive margin notes and scribbles.This book comes from a collection of 22 vellum and leather bound ecclesiastic themed books, most appearing to be protestant as opposed to catholic or eastern orthodox, listed in lots and separately from the collection of Dr. George Lawrence Scherger.
Author Name:Paulus Orosius
Illustrator Name:N/A
Publisher (include City):N/A
Date of Publication:1659 or 1500
Size of Book:12in x 8.5in x 0.75in
Number of Pages:151
Condition of Cover and Pages, any Discoloration Of Binding and/or Spine:Staining and foxing to the pages, heavy wear to the covers and some insect damage. Book has been rebound and pages cleaned and trimmed to fit the new covers.
Provenance:Dr. George Lawrence Scherger born 10/21/1875, died 3/31/1941. Indiana University, University of Leipzig, University of Berlin, Cornell University PhD 1899. 3rd president of Columbia College in Chicago 1927-1929. Professor of history, Armour Institute of Technology (now the Illinois Institute of Technology). Minister, musician, writer, historian, educator and author of the evolution of modern liberty. The pallbearers at his funeral were Illinois governor Dwight H. Green, Chicago mayor Edward joseph Kelly, US senator Wayland Brooks and Oscar Mayer.
Estimated weight of piece:1.58lbs
Estimated weight of package:3lbs
Estimated size of package:14in x 12in x 8in
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