Description: (2 vols.) The Anatomy of Melancholy, What It Is, With All the Kinds, Causes,, Symptomes, Prognostics and Several Cures of It, in Three Partitions Author: Democritus Junior (Robert Burton) Title: (2 vols.) The Anatomy of Melancholy, What It Is, With All the Kinds, Causes,, Symptomes, Prognostics and Several Cures of It, in Three Partitions Publication: London: J. Walker et al, 1813 Edition: Eleventh Edition Description: 461, 612. The Anatomy of Melancholy is a book by Robert Burton, first published in 1621 On its surface, the book is presented as a medical textbook in which Burton applies his vast and varied learning, in the scholastic manner, to the subject of melancholia (which includes, although it is not limited to, what is now termed clinical depression) Although presented as a medical text, it is as much a sui generis work of literature as it is a scientific or philosophical text, and Burton addresses far more than his stated subject In fact, the Anatomy uses melancholy as the lens through which all human emotion and thought may be scrutinized, and virtually the entire contents of a 17th-century library are marshalled into service of this goal It is encyclopedic in its range and referenceIn his satirical preface to the reader, Burton's persona and pseudonym "Democritus Junior" explains, "I write of melancholy by being busy to avoid melancholy" This is characteristic of the author's style, which often supersedes the book's strengths as a medical text or historical document as its main source of appeal to admirers Both satirical and serious in tone, the Anatomy is "vitalized by (Burton's) pervading humour", and his digressive and inclusive style, often verging on a stream of consciousness, consistently informs and animates the text[citation needed] In addition to the author's techniques, the Anatomy's vast breadth â€" addressing topics such as digestion, goblins, the geography of America, and others â€" make it a valuable contribution to multiple research disciplinesThis is a very good + rebound set in 3/4 black leather on black cloth boards and with gilt titles and 5 ruled bands on the spine Page edges are marbled all around Spine ends and corners are scuffed, but the binding is tight and sound The ink signature of a previous owner is at the top of each title page, but there are no other marks or damage Light foxing, primarily on endpapersOverall a very attractive set 461, 612 pp. Very Good+. Seller ID: AA1078 Baykorp Books Selling quality books and related items at reasonable prices. Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
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Author: Democritus Junior (Robert Burton
Publisher: J. Walker et al
Year Printed: 1813
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
