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Voltaire, Philosophy of History 1st English ed.

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Voltaire, Philosophy of History 1st English ed.

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Author: Voltaire
Title: The Philosophy of History
Place Published: London
Publisher:Printed for I. Allcock
Date Published: 1766
Description: viii, 316 pp. (8vo) 20x12.5 cm (8x5"), half calf, raised bands, spine lettered in gilt. First edition in English.

Condition

Moderate rubbing to binding, leaves browned, occasional foxing and stains; very good.

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Voltaire, Philosophy of History 1st English ed.

Name: Voltaire, Philosophy of History 1st English ed.
SKU: 164208908
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