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The Anatomy of Melancholy, now for the first time with the Latin completely given in translation and embodied in an all-English text [two volumes].
New York: George Doran, 1927. Facsimile Edition. Hardcover. Previously owned by Oliver Sacks. S.T. Coleridge was an English poet, literary critic, philosopher and theologian, who with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. Coleridge coined many familiar words and phrases, inlcuding "suspension of disbelief." Wikipedia. The Anatomy made Burton's reputation during his own life time, was greatly admired by Dr. Johnson and gave Keats the story for Lamia. Includes biographical and bibliographical dictionary. Printed at the Plimpton Press in Norwood, Mass on handmade Worthy paper. A handsome copy.
From the library of Dr. Oliver Sacks, the renowned neurologist, author, and educator. He was, in his life, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of the human brain and his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In doing so, he highlighted the profound impact of neurological disorders on human identity and experience. His library is a reflection of this remarkable polymath's questing mind. Near Fine (No DJ). Near fine. 8vo. [xxiv], 487pp.; [x] 491-1033pp. illus [b/w fac. plates] index. Bound in quarter vellum, parchment paper over boards, spine gilt direct. One of 500 copies signed by the editor, this being 38. Lacking slipcase. Item #12111
Price: $350.00