1699 CHINA Memoirs of Le Comte Chinese Rites Confucius Mandarin Mathematics

1699 CHINA Memoirs of Le Comte Chinese Rites Confucius Mandarin Mathematics

The history of China has always been one of the most popular discussions of western culture and was a regular occurring topic of authors from the 16^th– 18^th-centuries. One of the most important examples of Chinese history was written by Louis Le Comte, a French Jesuit who wrote this work on his mission to China in 1688. This work, ‘Memoirs and Observations’, created a huge debate within the Chinese Rites Controversy.

This work covers various Chinese empires and kingdoms including the K’ang His and Kangxi, Chinese astrology and star gazing, Zodiac and mythology, Chinese boats, Mandarin costumes, mechanical inventions, and establishment of Christianity in China.

While these contents are important, the most desirable aspect of this book is the section devoted to Confucius and his teaching. A highly desirable work with fascinating contents that includes full-page and folding engravings!

Item number: #19473

Price: $950

LeCOMTE, Louis

Memoirs and observations topographical, physical, mathematical, mechanical, natural, civil, and ecclesiastical made in a late journey through the empire of China

London : Printed for Benjamin Tooke …, 1699.

Details:

• Collation: Complete with all pages
  • [20], 517, [11]
  • 4 copper engravings, folding table
    • Wanting map
  • References: Cordier 39; Goldsmiths’-Kress 3571.2
  • Language: English
  • Binding: Leather; tight and secure
  • Size: ~8in X 4.75in (20cm x 12cm)

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