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The Book of Fate. Formerly in the Possession of and Used by Napoleon. Rendered into the English Language by H. Kirchenhoffer. Published in Scranton by Personal Arts Co. 1927. 8.75? x 5.75?. Hardcover.
As-is, with scuffing and staining remnants to exterior. Shakiness to front hinge, along with some cracking throughout middle of text block. Some staining remnants. Assorted markings and marginalia. Includes detached foldout chart, with tears and losses along edges. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing.
A scarce 20th Century reprint of ?The Book of Fate,? a collection of oracles and divinations alleged to have been used by Napoleon himself to make military and political decision. A great piece for reference and restoration. Seller Inventory # REILY-TUB-0049-XX-2603-aj6231
Title: The Book of Fate. Formerly in the Possession...
Publisher: Personal Arts Co., Scranton
Publication Date: 1927
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Poor
Seller: RZABASBOOKs, Toronto, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Pink paper boards with a paper title affixed to front cover. Green paper spine. Folded 17 x 15 sheet is present; appears to be rebacked. 32 pages but numbered so that each page is doubled. Some pencil writing on front endpaper. Large chip on title page with a tear but no loss of text. Seller Inventory # 014865
Quantity: 1 available