1702 1ed WAR Spanish Succession Maxwell Anguis

1702 1ed WAR Spanish Succession Maxwell Anguis in Herba Spain France Diplomacy

Henry Maxwell’s ‘Anguis in Herba’ or ‘The Fatal Consequences of a Treaty with France’ is an important early 18th-century account of the Spanish War of Succession. Written in 1702, Maxwell’s treatise sought to describe the concerns that would arise between France and Spain following any treaties signed between the two countries. He argues that any agreements made would greatly benefit France, adding to France’s already powerful diplomatic influence.

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MAXWELL, Henry

Anguis in herba, or, The fatal consequences of a treaty with France: wherein it is proved that the principles whereby the French King governs himself will not allow him to observe any treaty longer than it is for his interest to break it; that he has always aimed at the union of the crowns of France and Spain since the Pyrenean Treaty; that, notwithstanding his pretences to the contrary, such is his design at this day ; and that nothing can prevent it but to reduce his power to such a degree as may perfectly break his measures.

London: Printed for A. Baldwin, and sold by the booksellers of London and Westminster, 1702. 1st edition

Details:

Collation: Complete with all pages

[2], 3-70, [2]

References: Goldsmiths'-Kress no. 03935.4; ESTC T 21897

G-K attributes John Somers as the author

Language: English / French

Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure

Size: ~8in X 6in (20cm x 15cm)

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Condition Report: Excellent.