MERCURIUS PUBLICUS, London, England, April 25, 1661  Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of all Affairs now in agitation in England, Scotland, and Ireland, Together with Forrain Intelligence For Information of the People, & to Prevent false News" as stated in the masthead. (see)
Although we have offered several newsbooks in recent years, I believe this is one of the less common titles we have offered.
The entire issue is taken up with various reports from all corners of Europe, many reports having a military theme. All news reports with no advertisements.
Complete in 16 pages, measures 5 by 7 1/2 inches with margins trimmed a bit close but not affecting any type. There are also several holes to the front leaf, affecting two of the words in the extended title (see photos). The next 3 leaves have increasingly smaller holes at the very center, plus small holes to the back two leaves as well.