Sell Your Benjamin Franklin Letters Between Theophilus and Eugenio for up to $5,775 or More at Nate D. Sanders
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Benjamin Franklin Letters between Theophilus and Eugenio, on the Moral Pravity of Man, and the Means of his Restoration Sold
Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s Founding Fathers, was also a successful author. His works include a yearly almanac published between 1732 – 1758 titled Poor Richard’s Almanack as well as articles for his newspaper, the Pennsylvania Gazette. Benjamin Franklin was also a book publisher between 1728 – 1748, printing just 16 titles. We sold one of these books, Letters between Theophilus and Eugenio, on the Moral Pravity of Man, and the Means of his Restoration, at auction for $5,775. Please see lot details are below:
From the Printing Press of Benjamin Franklin, “Letters between Theophilus and Eugenio, on the Moral Pravity of Man, and the Means of his Restoration” — One of Only 16 Titles Published by Franklin
One of only 16 books printed by Benjamin Franklin, “Letters between Theophilus and Eugenio, on the Moral Pravity of Man, and the Means of his Restoration”. Philadelphia: Printed and Sold by B.[enjamin] Franklin, 1747. The first and only edition. Authorship of this volume of letters was once erroneously attributed to Franklin by Sabin, although it’s now believed to be by Sir Richard Blackmore. Book runs 64pp. in original wrappers, bound in full morocco black pebbled leather measuring 6.25″ x 7.75″ with git titling on spine. Previous owner’s name of “Andrew Reed” written to bottom of title page and page 20, possibly the wealthy 18th century Philadelphia merchant. Closed tear and water stain to title page, both lessening over the subsequent 2-3 leaves. Very good condition. Sold for $5,775.
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