Bellamy, John Ophion; or the theology of the serpent Bellamy, John. The Ophion; or the theology of the serpent, and the unity of God. Comprehending the customs of the most ancient people, who were instructed to apply the sagacity of the serpent, to the fall of man. With critical remarks on Dr. Adam Clarke's annotations on that subject in the book of Genesis. London: sold by Hatchard; Williams; and Arch, 1811. viii, 126 pp. 8vo, later 19th-century half olive morocco, spine gilt (a little rubbed). First edition. An essay by an assiduous Hebraist to refute suggestions that a monkey, as opposed to a serpent, was "the agent employed to bring about the Fall of Man." Very good copy, complete with the half-title. Price: GBP 50.00 other currencies   order no. B108    inquire

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