Francis Quarles, Divine Fancies (1632)

On By Sarah LindenbaumIn 17th century, 18th century, female book ownership, poetry, religion

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An imperfect first edition of Francis Quarles’ highly popular Divine Fancies with a substitute 1638 title page from another copy. The book is elaborately signed on Q4v “Elizabeth Felgate Owes This Book 1704.”

Source: Book offered for sale on eBay by trackntree.com, 12/12/2018. Images used with permission.

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