[SWEDIAUER, Franz Xavier].
The Philosophical dictionary: or the opinions of modern philosophers on metaphysical, moral and political subjects.
London, for G.G.J. and J Robinson, 1786.
Four volumes, 12mo, pp. 370, [2]; 373; 360; 391; a few small marks, a little light foxing, generally very good copies in contemporary sheep, spines gilt-ruled with red morocco lettering pieces; spines chipped at head and foot, a little light wear to surface and extremities; armorial bookplates of Joseph Radcliffe to front pastedowns.
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The Philosophical dictionary: or the opinions of modern philosophers on metaphysical, moral and political subjects.
First edition of this philosophical dictionary, featuring extracts from ‘the writings of the most eminent philosophers in Europe’ (preface) chosen by Swediaur, who originally compiled the collection as a sort of commonplace book for his private use. The broad-reaching content includes contributions from Locke, Hume, Franklin, Voltaire, Priestley, Rousseau, Franklin, Smith, Bentham and Montesquieu.
Bibliotheca Hulthemiana, 3723; Lowndes 1860; Risse, p. 389.