DESCARTES, René (1596-1650). Les Passions de l'Ame . [Amsterdam: L. Elzevier for] Paris: Henry le Gras, 1649. First edition of Descartes’ renowned philosophical treatise about the passions of the soul. The publishing rights were shared between Louis Elzevier and Henry Le Gras and only a small fraction of this issue bears Le Gras’ address in the imprint. In three parts ( Des passions en général; Du nombre & de l'ordre des passions; Des Passions particulières ) and 212 articles, the great philosopher describes the different types of ‘passions’, or emotions. He notably treats of fear, hatred, anger, love, and desire, to name but a few. 'L'édition de 1649 est assez rare, surtout avec l'adresse primitive'. Willems 1083; Tchmerzine IV, 301. Octavo (163 x 100mm). Wood-engraved French royal arms on title, tailpiece and initials (without final blank). Contemporary vellum, later morocco gilt-lettered spine label.
DESCARTES, René (1596-1650). Les Passions de l'Ame . [Amsterdam: L. Elzevier for] Paris: Henry le Gras, 1649. First edition of Descartes’ renowned philosophical treatise about the passions of the soul. The publishing rights were shared between Louis Elzevier and Henry Le Gras and only a small fraction of this issue bears Le Gras’ address in the imprint. In three parts ( Des passions en général; Du nombre & de l'ordre des passions; Des Passions particulières ) and 212 articles, the great philosopher describes the different types of ‘passions’, or emotions. He notably treats of fear, hatred, anger, love, and desire, to name but a few. 'L'édition de 1649 est assez rare, surtout avec l'adresse primitive'. Willems 1083; Tchmerzine IV, 301. Octavo (163 x 100mm). Wood-engraved French royal arms on title, tailpiece and initials (without final blank). Contemporary vellum, later morocco gilt-lettered spine label.
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