1910 Harvard Classics – Volume 37 English Philosophers of the Seventeenth and Ei
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1910 Harvard Classics – Volume 37 English Philosophers of the Seventeenth and Ei. All photos are of the exact book you will receive. It shows honest age and wear but remains a desirable collectible piece from the legendary Harvard Classics series. Interior: Pages are complete, firmly bound, and fully readable. Vintage 1910 Harvard Classics – Volume 37 English Philosophers of the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries Locke • Berkeley • Hume Edited by Charles W. Eliot, LL.D. P. F. Collier & Son Corporation, New York “Dr. Eliot’s Five-Foot Shelf of Books” This is the iconic Harvard Classics volume that brings together the foundational works of three towering British empiricist philosophers: John Locke – including the complete Some Thoughts Concerning Education (his influential treatise on child-rearing, learning, and moral development) plus selections from An Essay Concerning Human Understanding George Berkeley – key writings on idealism and perception David Hume – important essays on human understanding, morality, and skepticism Beautiful deluxe-style binding The front cover features a stunning ornate gold-embossed Celtic knotwork design surrounding a central oval coat-of-arms shield (fleurs-de-lis and lions rampant). This is the more elaborate “Edition de Luxe” / Alumni Edition binding — much nicer than the plain library-style copies you usually see. Condition – Honest & Detailed Exterior: Olive-green cloth with rich gold stamping on the front cover that remains sharp and attractive. Spine is significantly faded and rubbed (typical for these 115-year-old cloth bindings) with some fraying at the head and foot, but the title area is still legible. Corners have light wear. Back cover shows minor surface rubbing and a few small spots. Interior: Pages are complete, firmly bound, and fully readable. Light age-toning and occasional foxing consistent with the book’s age. The title page and a few early pages show some pinkish discoloration/staining along the edges (appears to be old paper reaction or very minor moisture exposure long ago — does not affect text). One portrait plate has a small area of color bleed from an adjacent page. No writing, underlining, or missing pages. Overall: A solid, complete vintage copy that displays very well on a shelf thanks to the handsome front cover. It shows honest age and wear but remains a desirable collectible piece from the legendary Harvard Classics series. Why collectors love this volume: The Harvard Classics (often called “Dr. Eliot’s Five-Foot Shelf”) were created in 1909–1910 to make the world’s greatest literature accessible to the average American home. Volume 37 remains one of the most sought-after philosophy volumes because it distills the ideas that shaped modern Western thought on knowledge, education, and reality. Perfect for philosophy enthusiasts, Locke scholars, homeschoolers studying classical education, or anyone building a vintage Harvard Classics set. All photos are of the exact book you will receive. Please review them closely — they are part of the description. Ships quickly & securely from the US • Media Mail or upgraded shipping available Returns accepted per eBay policy Keywords / Item Specifics (highly recommended): Harvard Classics, Volume 37, English Philosophers, John Locke, George Berkeley, David Hume, Charles W. Eliot, P.F. Collier 1910, Five-Foot Shelf, Some Thoughts Concerning Education, ornate embossed binding, deluxe edition, philosophy classics
