Wittenberg, Hæredes Georg Rhau, 1560. Small 8vo. Later boards. Boards Loose. Woodcut portrait of Melanchthon on first title. (24),(360),(25)"(16),(380) pp. Some marginal notes in a contemporary hand. A few leaves at end fainltly dampstained in margins. Occasionally slightly browned.
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One of the very first latin editions of Melanchthon's textbook on universal history, founded on Johannes Carionis' ""Chronik"" but completely rewritten by Melanchthon. The work had a wide influence on contemporary historical theory and was translated into many languages. - Not in Brunet & Graesse, not in BMC, Short-title catalogue. - Adams C 712-21 (but only later editions).
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