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Reverend John HawkinsBiblio.com
An Expostulatory Address to the Reverend Doctor Priestley; Containing an Apology
1788rif. 970F34Worcester: J. Tymbs; Mr. Smart; Mr. White; Mr. S. Hayes 1788. First edition. Leather. Very Good Indeed. 8.5" by 5.5". None. A signed example of the very scarce first edition of Rev. John Hawkins's theological work which reflects contemporary tensions between church doctrine and the rising tide of rational dissent. The very scarce first edition of this theological pamphlet from Reverend John Hawkins.Signed by Hawkins to the half title with 'from the author' to the head of the leaf. Leaf trimmed to fore edge resulting in the absence of the 'or' of 'author'. Hawkins offers a direct response to the Unitarian theologian Joseph Priestley"s criticisms of Trinitarian doctrine and the Church of England. Hawkins defends those who subscribe to the Thirty-Nine Articles particularly the doctrines of the Trinity and the divinity of Christ which Priestley had publicly rejected.ESTC No T103454Rebound in half calf with endpapers renewed.Retaining the half title.A signed example of this very scarce late 18th century theological work. Rebound in half calf with marbled paper covered boards and with endpapers renewed. Externally fine. Internally firmly bound. Signed by author to half title which is trimmed to fore edge resulting in the absence of the 'or' of 'Author'. Small tide mark to half title title page and following three leaves. Pages otherwise clean and bright. Very Good Indeed J. Tymbs; Mr. Smart; Mr. White; Mr. S. Hayes hardcover
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