1692 1st Edition With Provenance
ARCHAEOLOGIAE PHILOSOPHICAE SIVE DOCTRINA
ANTIQUA DE RERUM ORIGINIBUS
By Thomas Burnet
Author Bio: Thomas Burnet was an English clergyman, theologian, and natural philosopher, Master of the Charterhouse in London and one of the great “latitudinarian” divines of the late 17th century. He sought harmony between Scripture and emerging natural philosophy. His Telluris Theoria Sacra (Sacred Theory of the Earth, 1681–90) and this Archaeologiae Philosophicae were both controversial for their allegorical reading of Genesis, influencing Enlightenment cosmology and theology alike.
Provenance: Ex-libris General Theological Seminary Library, New York, with printed bookplate and embossed/ink stamps to title. Later Rare Book Room and Not to be removed labels to pastedowns.
Synopsis: Burnet’s Archaeologiae Philosophicae explores “the ancient doctrine on the origins of things,” surveying the cosmogonies of the Hebrews, Egyptians, Chaldeans, Persians, and Greeks.
He argues that the Mosaic account of creation should be read figuratively, presenting nature as a divine revelation complementary to Scripture. Topics include the Cabala, the Creation and Fall, the Deluge, and philosophical speculation on the destiny of the world.
Dedicated to King William III (“Augustissimo Principi Guilielmo”), the work exemplifies Burnet’s rational theology and early attempts at reconciling faith with natural reason — hallmarks of the post-Newtonian age.
A foundational work in the history of natural philosophy and religion, marking a key moment in 17th-century efforts to read Genesis allegorically and integrate ancient wisdom with modern science.
Burnet’s Archaeologiae stands beside his Telluris Theoria Sacra as one of the most daring theological cosmologies of the English Restoration period.
First edition of this controversial work by Burnet in which he tries to reconcile the biblical creation story with scientific ideas and with what could be known of ancient accounts of creation. It was so controversial, Burnet told his publisher not to reprint, abridge or translate the work.
Format: Hardcover, quarto (4to 9 1⁄2 × 12 in 241 × 305 mm )
Note: Binding/size selection follows standard bibliographic conventions and is approximate; exact measurements may vary.
Language: Latin
Published By: Typis R. N., Impensis Gualt. Kettilby, ad Insigne Capitis Episcopi in Coemeterio Paulino, London
Condition Report:
Dust Jacket: No Jacket, Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Good - First Edition.
Printed in Latin type with decorated initials and headpieces. Ex-Library. Contemporary calf boards, rebacked in 20th-century buckram with reinforced cloth hinges. Corners worn, boards rubbed and with areas of surface loss. Title-page bearing library stamp and faint emboss.
Text lightly toned, occasional foxing, tide-mark to upper margins through early gatherings, but text entirely legible. Endpapers replaced, inner joints strengthened. Structurally sound.
Collation:
359pp.
Collation conforms to standard copies: 2 parts in one volume, continuous pagination, with engraved diagram present in some examples. Complete.
Please see Photos as part of condition report.
References:
Wing B5943
ESTC R23364 (standard reference for the 1692 issue).
SKU: BTETM0002584
Shipping Info: Approximate Package Dimensions H: 12.5, L: 30, W: 25 (Units: cm), W: 2Kg
Tracked Shipping, Insurance Coverage as per Customer Request
1692 1st Edition With Provenance
ARCHAEOLOGIAE PHILOSOPHICAE SIVE DOCTRINA
ANTIQUA DE RERUM ORIGINIBUS
By Thomas Burnet
Author Bio: Thomas Burnet was an English clergyman, theologian, and natural philosopher, Master of the Charterhouse in London and one of the great “latitudinarian” divines of the late 17th century. He sought harmony between Scripture and emerging natural philosophy. His Telluris Theoria Sacra (Sacred Theory of the Earth, 1681–90) and this Archaeologiae Philosophicae were both controversial for their allegorical reading of Genesis, influencing Enlightenment cosmology and theology alike.
Provenance: Ex-libris General Theological Seminary Library, New York, with printed bookplate and embossed/ink stamps to title. Later Rare Book Room and Not to be removed labels to pastedowns.
Synopsis: Burnet’s Archaeologiae Philosophicae explores “the ancient doctrine on the origins of things,” surveying the cosmogonies of the Hebrews, Egyptians, Chaldeans, Persians, and Greeks.
He argues that the Mosaic account of creation should be read figuratively, presenting nature as a divine revelation complementary to Scripture. Topics include the Cabala, the Creation and Fall, the Deluge, and philosophical speculation on the destiny of the world.
Dedicated to King William III (“Augustissimo Principi Guilielmo”), the work exemplifies Burnet’s rational theology and early attempts at reconciling faith with natural reason — hallmarks of the post-Newtonian age.
A foundational work in the history of natural philosophy and religion, marking a key moment in 17th-century efforts to read Genesis allegorically and integrate ancient wisdom with modern science.
Burnet’s Archaeologiae stands beside his Telluris Theoria Sacra as one of the most daring theological cosmologies of the English Restoration period.
First edition of this controversial work by Burnet in which he tries to reconcile the biblical creation story with scientific ideas and with what could be known of ancient accounts of creation. It was so controversial, Burnet told his publisher not to reprint, abridge or translate the work.
Format: Hardcover, quarto (4to 9 1⁄2 × 12 in 241 × 305 mm )
Note: Binding/size selection follows standard bibliographic conventions and is approximate; exact measurements may vary.
Language: Latin
Published By: Typis R. N., Impensis Gualt. Kettilby, ad Insigne Capitis Episcopi in Coemeterio Paulino, London
Condition Report:
Dust Jacket: No Jacket, Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Good - First Edition.
Printed in Latin type with decorated initials and headpieces. Ex-Library. Contemporary calf boards, rebacked in 20th-century buckram with reinforced cloth hinges. Corners worn, boards rubbed and with areas of surface loss. Title-page bearing library stamp and faint emboss.
Text lightly toned, occasional foxing, tide-mark to upper margins through early gatherings, but text entirely legible. Endpapers replaced, inner joints strengthened. Structurally sound.
Collation:
359pp.
Collation conforms to standard copies: 2 parts in one volume, continuous pagination, with engraved diagram present in some examples. Complete.
Please see Photos as part of condition report.
References:
Wing B5943
ESTC R23364 (standard reference for the 1692 issue).
SKU: BTETM0002584
Shipping Info: Approximate Package Dimensions H: 12.5, L: 30, W: 25 (Units: cm), W: 2Kg
Tracked Shipping, Insurance Coverage as per Customer Request
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