Description: Essais Philosophiques Author: Adam Smith; Dugald Stewart [precis]; P. Prevost [trans.] Title: Essais Philosophiques Publication: Paris: H. Agasse, 1797 Description: Very Good+. Paris: H. Agasse, 1797. First French Edition. Two volumes bound in one; octavo; 19th-century calf over papier-peint boards, gilt-tooled spine; [4],316; [4],283,[1]pp. (collated complete with half titles). Small abrasions to boards somewhat clumsily repaired, else a Very Good or better, internally clean and exceptionally fresh copy.First appearance in French of Adam Smith's posthumously collected work "Essays on Philosophical Subjects," which includes most notably his "Principles which lead and direct philosophical enquiries, illustrated by the history of astronomy." This edition, as with the first in English, preceded by a lengthy account of Smith's Life by the Scottish philosopher and mathematician Dugald Stewart. Seller ID: 27583 Subject: 18th Century, Astronomy / Space, Business / Economics, French Language, Philosophy, Science & Technology, Scotland / Scottish Writers Capitol Hill Books is a used bookstore located on historic Capitol Hill in Washington DC, with three floors of quality used books, first editions, and rare books. [Note: Our online inventory is stored and managed at a separate location from at our brick and mortar shop. If you have a question about an item listed online, please send a direct message here rather than calling the store so that we can make sure someone familiar with the item in question can respond.] Terms Books described only as First Editions are First Printings unless otherwise specified. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available (please contact for estimates). We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
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Author: Adam Smith; Dugald Stewart [precis]; P. Prevost [trans
Publisher: H. Agasse
Year Printed: 1797
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Language: English
Original/Facsimile: Original
