Adam's THE LIBRARY COLLECTION 1st May 2024

74 133 ADAMS John: A Defence of the Constitutions of Government of the United States of America (3 Vols.) Philadelphia (Corbett)1797. con- temporary calf, spine gilt in compartments, morocco, labels (joints split) Adam’s famous theory on the checks and balances required for constitutional government first published in London in 1788 € 500 - 800 134 PLOWDEN, Francis: An Historical Review of The State of Ireland [5 vols.] Philadelphia (William Mc Laughlin, No 28 North Second Street & Bartholomew Graves No. 40 North Fourth Street) 1805, f/o map, contem- porary calf, spines worn € 500 - 800 BOOKS FROM THE DR. THOMAS CHALKEY JAMES LIBRARY Dr. Thomas James, a physician and academic, established an extensive library at Dawesfield, primarily comprising books related to his profession, as well as social, philosophical and political articles of his era. Dr. James was a member of the American Philosophical Society, the librarian of the College of Physicians, and a founder of the Historical Society of Penn- sylvania. He also served as professor of midwifery at the Uni- versity of Pennsylvania. This collection reflects Dr. James’s dedication to staying abreast of medical advancements, along with his interest in the broader societal and political context influencing his work. The library would have served as a valuable resource for research, education, and intellec- tual engagement. Property from Dawesfield, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania