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Persons, Robert
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Persons, Robert
- A Memorial for the reformation of England
- ink on paper
manuscript, in a single scribal mixed hand, the text in three parts (covering "the whole bodie of the Realme", the clergy, and the laity) each divided into chapters, with title page dated 1596, preface and table of contents, 293 numbered pages, 8vo, c.1600, later calf, spine gilt, binding worn and upper cover nearly detached, Law Society stamp on title-page
A contribution to the Elizabethan succession question by Robert Persons, Superior of the Jesuit Mission to England, written in 1596. The failure of Spanish attempts to invade England and the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots, had left Catholics pinning their hopes on a favourable succession after the death of Elizabeth. This tract, which circulated in manuscript in the final years of Elizabeth's reign, sets out in detail Persons plans for the future re-introduction of Catholicism to England. It was not printed until 1690, when it was issued as a warning against power-hungry Jesuits.
A contribution to the Elizabethan succession question by Robert Persons, Superior of the Jesuit Mission to England, written in 1596. The failure of Spanish attempts to invade England and the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots, had left Catholics pinning their hopes on a favourable succession after the death of Elizabeth. This tract, which circulated in manuscript in the final years of Elizabeth's reign, sets out in detail Persons plans for the future re-introduction of Catholicism to England. It was not printed until 1690, when it was issued as a warning against power-hungry Jesuits.
Provenance
Henry Hely Hutchinson (bookplate); "G. Dyer" (ownership inscription); "[Thomas] Rodd £3.3" (pencil note recording purchase)
Condition
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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."