Gracian's Manual: A Truthtelling Manual and the Art of Worldly Wisdom by Baltasar Gracian
Publication: 1964 Charles C. Thomas; second revised edition, fifth printing
Originally published in 1647, this collection of 300 aphorisms by the Spanish Jesuit philosopher Baltasar Gracian explores human nature, prudence, self-mastery and the art of navigating society. Admired by Schopenhauer and Nietzsche, Gracian's work remains a classic of practical philosophy. Translated by Martin Fischer from a 1653 Spanish text. Complete with original dust jacket and slipcase.
Condition: dust jacket with a couple of closed tears, clean copy in original slipcase, very good condition overall