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SPECULUM JUVENTUTIS: OR, A TRUE MIRROR WHERE ERRORS IN BREEDING NOBLE AND GENEROUS YOUTH, WITH THE MISERIES AND MSCHIEFS THAT USUALLY ATTEND IT, ARE CLEARLY MADE MANIFEST…
PORTRAY'D TO THE LIFE IN THE LEGEND OF SISARAS AND VALLINDA.
London: for Charles Smith and Thomas Burrell, 1671
[16], 403, [3] pp.
Bound in 19th century 1/2 morocco over marbled boards. Spine with raised bands and title in gilt
A guide for youth, fitting into the 17th century tradition of conduct literature, which was popular among the English gentry and aristocracy.
Imprimatur leaf at front mounted to stubs, some minor stains, mild toning, occasional foxing or similar minor blemishes
Size 4 1/2 by 6 3/4 inches
text in English
Reserve: $349.00
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1671 GUIDE for YOURS in ENGLISH antique SPECULUM JUVENTUTIS
Estimate $400-$500
Starting Price
$170
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Ink of Ages: 15th-19th Century Antique Books
Feb 19, 2026 10:00 AM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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