PENN WILLIAM Some Fruits of Solitude in Reflections and Maxi

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PENN, WILLIAM. Some Fruits of Solitude, in Reflections and Maxims Relating to the Conduct of Human Life * More Fruits of Solitude. 2 volumes in one. [16], 158, [6]; [6], 111, [3] pages. 12mo, modern 1/4 calf in period style; minor edge wear to final index leaf, number and author's name inscribed on title page. London: Luke Hinde, [1735]

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Stated seventh edition of a collection of aphorisms issued between Penn's stints in Pennsylvania. Maxim 268: "When the poor Indians hear us call any of our Family by the Name of Servants, they cry out, What, call Brethren Servants! We call our Dogs Servants, but never Men." ESTC T139394, T139391.