1658 Scarce Latin Vellum Book with Clasps - Jesuit Samuel Laberhittel Work, The Science of Salvation.

(Description)

Author: Samuel Laberhittel, R.P.
Title: Scientia Salutis, seu Considerationes Piae, Ex asceticis Libris excerptae & per singulas anni dies atque festivitates distributae.
Publisher: Vetero-Pragae, Typis Urbani Goliasch, no date (1658). First edition.
Language: Text in Latin.
Size: 5" X 3".
Pages: 386 pages.
Binding: Very good contemporary full vellum with manuscript title on the spine. The binding features two working brass clasps, typical of the period (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, name of a previous owner on the title page - as shown, general toning to pages - as shown).

The book: This scarce first edition of the work by Samuel Laberhittel is a collection of pious considerations and meditations, extracted from ascetic books, arranged for each day and festival of the year. It is a significant Jesuit work, providing spiritual guidance and reflections for the devout.

The author:  Samuel Laberhittel (1620-1687) was a Jesuit priest and author known for his contributions to ascetic literature. His works were widely respected in the religious community for their depth of spiritual insight and practical application in daily religious observance.