The First Edition with Donne's Name on the Title
Ignatius his Conclave:. or, his inthronisation in a late election in hell: wherin many things are mingled by way of satyr. Concerning the disposition of Iesuites, the creation of a new hell, the establishing of a church in the moone. There is also added an apology for Iesuites. All dedicated to the two adversary angels, which are protectors of the Papall Consistory, and of the Colledge of Sorbon. By Iohn Donne, Doctor of Divinitie, and late Deane of Saint Pauls.
London: Printed for John Marriott, 1634.
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DONNE, John. Ignatius his Conclave: or, his inthronisation in a late election in hell: wherin many things are mingled by way of satyr. Concerning the disposition of Iesuites, the creation of a new hell, the establishing of a church in the moone. There is also added an apology for Iesuites. All dedicated to the two adversary angels, which are protectors of the Papall Consistory, and of the Colledge of Sorbon. By Iohn Donne, Doctor of Divinitie, and late Deane of Saint Pauls. London: Printed for John Marriott, 1634.
Third edition in English, and the first edition with author's name on the title-page. Translated from the Latin Conclave Ignati. Twelvemo (4 13/16 x 2 3/4 inches; 123 x 70 mm). [6], 135, [3] pp. Title-page within ruled border. With engraved head-pieces and initials.
19th century quarter red morocco over marbled boards. Spine ruled and lettered in gilt. Boards a bit rubbed. Some occasional light toning. Previous owner's old ink notes on title-page. Previous owner's signature on front pastedown, dated 1841. Bookplate of the Fox Pointe Collection on rear pastedown. Overall very good.
"Ignatius His Conclave is a satirical attack on the Society of Jesus, which was founded in 1540 by Ignatius of Loyola. Printed anonymously in 1611, the work appeared in both Latin and English just months apart; the former, a duodecimo edition with the title Conclave Ignati, was entered in the Stationer?s Register on 24 January, and the latter, also printed in duodecimo, on 18 May. There is an additional quarto volume of the Latin, which was printed by a foreign press, most likely in Hanau, during the same year (Coffin 1958, p. 196). T. S. Healy points out that although the dates of publication for the English and Latin versions do not indicate which text was written first, the English was most likely translated from the Latin." (Altman, Shanyn Leigh. "Ignatius his Conclave". The Literary Encyclopedia.)
""Ignatius His Conclave" is a satirical poem by the Anglican cleric John Donne, targeting the Jesuit order and its founder, Ignatius Loyola. The work presents a fanciful and often biting portrayal of a heavenly council in Hell, where Ignatius engages in debates with notable historical figures such as Pope Boniface III, Mahomet, and Copernicus. The setting is a surreal exploration of theological and political themes, highlighting the tensions between innovation and tradition as it critiques the actions and motivations of religious leaders. The narrative reveals Donne's mastery of wit, contrasting the absurdity of Loyola's elevation to a position of authority in Hell with his ignorance of contemporary scientific advancements. The satire serves as a commentary on the influence of the Jesuits and their role in shapeing religious and political discourse during Donne's time. Throughout the poem, Donne employs a rich imagination while simultaneously delivering a critique that grapples with complex issues of faith, morality, and power dynamics within the church. Readers interested in the intersection of religion and satire during the early 17th century will find this work an intriguing examination of the era's intellectual landscape." (EBSCO).
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