De summo bono
"De Summo Bono is a medieval text written by Isidore of Seville, a prominent Christian bishop and scholar who lived in the late sixth and early seventh centuries. The text is a philosophical and theological treatise on the nature of the highest good, which Isidore identifies as God. In the work, he draws upon classical and Christian philosophical traditions, including the works of Aristotle, Plato, and Augustine, to argue that the highest good can only be found through a deep understanding of God, and a commitment to a virtuous life. This edition of "De Summo Bono," printed by Ulrich Zell in Cologne around 1470, is significant as an early example of the printing press in Europe and a valuable historical artifact of medieval philosophy and theology. Preceded only by the Nuremberg edition of 1470."-- Freeman's Auction site.
- Call Number: BR65.I73 D47 1470
- 232 pages ; 21 cm
- Isidorus de summo bono
- Bound in green leather with red leather spine labels stamped in gilt; gilt edges; marbled endpapers.
- Has armorial bookplate: Charles W.G. Howard; motto: Volo non valeo.
- Has marginalia.
- Gothic type with rubricated initials in red and in blue; capitals highlighted in gilt.
- Medieval and Early Modern Manuscripts Collection
- Early Printed Books
- Formerly owned by British politician Charles W.G. Howard (1814-1879).
- October 2024
- Tight binding so some text is cut off on some pages. Scanned on Betterlight/TTI ((1/15; 283; bent 5 stops TONE; 900 camera height -- 330 except covers front back) by LG. Metadata by KD.
- Rights
- Contact Special Collections and University Archives for access to the original manuscript and for reproduction requests (fee for reproductions). This material is made available on this site for research and private study only.
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