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RARE 19th-century anthology, featuring various texts and fragments that preach tolerance, especially towards Jews and Judaism, and discuss the ideal of the "Citizen of the World". Published by Josef Schrattenholz as a response to the nascent modern antisemitic ideologies. With an introduction by the Jewish Dutch-Italian scientist and statesman Jacob Moleschott (1822-1893). 225x145mm. 648+XVIII pages. Marbled quarter-cloth hardcover. Cover slightly worn. Cover edges bumped and worn. Spine taped to cover with adhesive tape. Title sticker on spine upper edge. Library stamp and small pen inscription on title page. Index page VII/VIII edge near binding slightly torn - NO damage to text. Last few pages slightly wrinkled in the middle. Pages yellowing. [SUMMARY]: Save for some light wear, this important and still relevant 19th century anthology on Anti-Semitism is in good condition.