MERCURIUS PUBLICUS, London, England, May 22, 1662  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 to be the first of this more rare title we have offered in quite some time.
The entire issue is taken up with various reports from all corners of Europe, much of it having a military theme. A report from "Whitehall", the seat of government for England, includes a lengthy lists of Acts of Parliament recently passed (see for portions).
Measures 6 3/4 by 8 5/8 inches with wide, untrimmed margins, has 16 pages, and is in very good condition. A slight bit of damp staining near the back.