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4th Elsevir edition, 12mo (5.25 x 3 inches) signed in twelves, pp. (18), 1-403, (1), engraved title, initial letters, tailpieces. Later but not recent full calf, back in six gilt paneled compartments, gilt black calf lettering pieces in the second and fourth, gilt corner ornaments in the rest, gilt roll tooled single fillet borders on both sides. Near fine copy with slight wear and fading to the calf, strong joints, sheets clean, unmarked, complete. No owner names or inscriptions. H10814 All Items Are Sent Insured. Insurance charges are included in the Shipping & Handling Charges. International buyers please be aware that we are not responsible for and do not include or estimate customs duties, fees or taxes in any way in our listings. We ship all orders within 5 days of cleared payment. We do not create and are not responsible for shipping times or delays associated with customs and international shipping.

De Cive is one of Thomas Hobbes' major works, originally published in Latin in 1642. It deals with the structure of society and legitimate government, continuing to build upon Hobbes' ideas that culminated in 'Leviathan.'