‎WEISE, CHRISTIAN.‎
‎Politische Nachricht von Sorgfaltigen Briefen. 2 part. ‎

‎Dressden & Leipzig, Mieth, 1693. 8vo. Two parts bound in one contemporary full vellum binding with title in contemporary hand to spine. Light soiling to extremities, large stain to upper part of back board. LIght browning throughout. Leaf p. 184/185 with numerous small holes. (30), 336, 492 pp. + frontispiece. ‎

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‎The rare first edition of Weise’s work on the art of political and diplomatic correspondence, focusing on how to handle delicate matters with caution and skill. Christian Weise (1642–1708), key figure in the German Baroque period, was a notable German author, poet, playwright, and educator of the Baroque period. His work spanned a variety of genres, and he is especially known for his contributions to literature, education, and political thought.‎