An Essay on War. Proving that the spirit of war, existing in the rational mind, is ever inimical to the spirit of the gospel; that the wars mentioned in the history of the Jews, were for the happiness of that people, the punishment of Idolatrous nations, and the in- struction of mankind generally. Also, that the spiritof war is wholly excluded from the Christian Church.
Baltimore: Joseph W. Miller, 1810. Hardcover. The scarce second edition, with additions and corrections. First published in 1808 in Hartford, CT, this work was reprinted many times over several years. 12mo in contemporary brown leather with gilt bands to spine. Minor wear along spine and edges with bumped corners and no title label. Faded gold lines to spine. Binding is tight. Browning and spotting to end papers, first and last few pages. Some browning and foxing to many pages throughout. 164 pages. REL/072108. Very Good.
Item #20873
Price: $140.00
See all items by John I. Wells