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An Enquiry after Happiness. An Enquiry after Happiness.

LUCAS, Richard. An Enquiry after Happiness. In three parts. The tenth edition. 2 vols. Printed by J. Buckland [and 8 others]. 1764
xvi, 240, [8], 184pp; [8], viii, 456pp. 8vo. Near fine copy in full contemporary sprinkled calf, raised & gilt banded spines, red morocco labels. From the Library of Invercauld Castle, Braemar.

¶ESTC T83522, BL & Oxford only in the UK, seven locations in North America. First published in 1685, and the author's most famous work. This is the final 18th century edition. The late 17th and early 18th century saw a remarkable rise in interest in the theological validation of earthly happiness, with one late contributor to the literature wondering what, by that date, could possibly be added. The Anglican minister Richard Lucas defended his right to happiness in a confessional tone. (Ref: Fiction and the Philosophy of Happiness. Brian Michael Norton, 2012.)
Stock #63298
£450


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