Essays [New and Sealed in Publisher's Shrink Wrap]

London: The Folio Society, 2019. First Folio Edition Thus . Quarter Leather. New. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. New copy, still sealed in publisher's shrink wrap as received directly from The Folio Society. This sumptuous Folio Society edition is quarter-bound in blue leather blocked in gilt, with cloth sides blocked in an intricate gilt pattern. 11'' x 6¾''. Printed on Abbey Pure paper. Set in Arno Pro with Dawnora Initials. Printed in two colours throughout. 440 pages. Black & white frontispiece. All edges gilt. Blue ribbon marker. Endpapers printed in gold with the same pattern as the boards. Housed in a red cloth slipcase. Printed and bound at Kösel, Krugzell, Germany. 'How to get on with people', 'how to deal with violence', 'how to bring up children', 'how to live'? These questions obsessed Renaissance nobleman and philosopher Michel de Montaigne, whose free-roaming explorations of his own thoughts and experiences were unlike anything written before. Wise but questioning, witty and idiosyncratic, and incredibly modern in outlook, Montaigne's thoughts are still relatable 400 years after his death. The Folio Society has produced a fitting tribute with this beautiful edition featuring an exclusive selection of his best essays - chosen by acclaimed Montaigne biographer Sarah Bakewell - showing the vast variety and originality of his work, from short, quirky pieces to longer investigations of sex, writing and friendship. Bakewell has also provided a comprehensive and insightful introduction on the man, his life, his work and his everlasting influence. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. New copy, still sealed in publisher's shrink wrap as received directly from The Folio Society. Sold As Sealed. Heavy/oversize book. U.K. postage at default charge but overseas buyers will be asked for extra. Enquiries welcome. All orders professionally packed, tracked and/or signed-for, and insured.