Publisher's Synopsis
The Table-Talk of John Selden is a collection of conversations, anecdotes, and musings of the renowned English jurist and scholar, John Selden. This book contains a biographical preface and notes that provide context and background information on Selden's life and work. The Table-Talk covers a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, history, literature, and language. Selden's insights and observations are witty, insightful, and often surprising, making this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in the intellectual history of early modern England. The Table-Talk of John Selden is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the intellectual and cultural life of seventeenth-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
