Cato senior et junior: quorum prior continet Catonis disticha moralia, Joannis Sturmii lemmatibus, et Erasmi Roterodami scholiis illustrata : Adjunctis quibusdam libellis, quorum titulos Sequenspagina indicat : Alter complectitur veterum poetarum sententias illustriores collectas olim ab Alexandro Marcoleone : Uterque in usum scholarum : Inclyti Ducatus Wirtembergici sic conjunctim editus

Stutgardiae [Stuttgart, Germany]: Johann Wyrichius Rösslin

1662

With imporatant provenance, the ownership bookplate of John Christoph Kunze (1744-1807) on the inside of the top board. It reads "Johann Christoph Kunze, / Prediger in Philadelphia."

John Christoph Kunze (August 4, 1744 – July 24, 1807) was a prominent figure in American Lutheran history. Born in Artern, Saxony, he arrived in Colonial America in 1770 and quickly became involved in pastoral ministry, serving at St. Michael's and Zion Lutheran churches in Philadelphia. Kunze was not only a dedicated minister but also a fervent advocate for education. He believed strongly in teaching the English language to German immigrants and Lutheran pastors, founding a pre-theological school in Philadelphia in 1773. Kunze's passion for education extended to academia, where he became a respected professor at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in German and Hebrew languages. Beyond his pastoral and academic roles, Kunze made significant contributions to American Lutheranism by establishing cultural and scholarly organizations such as the German Society of New York and the Ministerium of New York. He also played a key role in founding Hartwick Seminary, the first Lutheran seminary in America. Kunze's linguistic skills were noteworthy, and he served as a translator for the United States Congress in 1785. His scholarly achievements, particularly in the study of Semitic languages, earned him recognition among his peers. Kunze's legacy as a minister, educator, scholar, and advocate for American Lutheranism continues to be celebrated, reflecting his enduring impact on the development of Lutheran institutions and communities in America.

12mo, [16], 159 pages, bound using an even earlier vellum manuscript document that has several initials. Text in Latin. Damage to spine, some worming, lacks front free endpaper, loss to rear free endpaper, some discoloration, previous owner's markings, else in good + condition.

Scarce Edition, no insitutionally held copies of this edition.

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