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Réflexions ou Sentences et Maximes Morales, quatrième édition. revue, corrigée & augmentée depuis la troisiéme.
[LA ROCHEFOUCAULD (François de) (Duc De], [SOUVRÉ, MARQUISE DE SABLÉ (Madeleine de)] & [D?AILLY (Nicolas).
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[Reflections or Sayings and Moral Maxims, fourth edition, revised, added to since the third]. Reimpression of the fourth edition with supplement. 2 volumes in 1, 12mo., endpaper, title, [3pp.], [3pp.] privilege du Roy, 110pp., blank, title, 28pp., part title, 32pp., part title, pp-35- 66, [22pp.], endpaper, engraved bandeaux and… a fleuron on each of the two title pages. In contemporary full calf, 6 spine compartments and 5 raised bands, richly gilt and with titles in ruled gilt boxes, all edges speckled in red, French text, contemporary manuscript signature on foot of title with initials either side of the fleuron in dark Havana ink, French text. A Lyon, chez Benoist Vignieu. M. DC. XC, [1690], £1,800.00 Text a bit browned, binding a bit rubbed. Rare, there are but two copies on WorldCat at Oxford and in BnF. Brunet III, 845, Claudin 470 ? describing it as an ' E?dition rare ' pointing to a long note on the subject in an eminent Paris dealer Duplessis's catalogue from 1856 (as do Brunet & Marc- hand). Marchand 18, Tchemerzine IV, 45. The contemporary autograph on the title partly reads: 'Iacobi Nicolai de Guid[?]'. The great moralist La Rochefoucauld's most enduring work, published in Lyon, a decade after his death. Includes a contribution from the great salonnie?re De Sable? (who wrote her maxims before him and whom Duplessis rated just as highly). D'Ailly's authorship was little known in bibliographies until relatively recently, he also frequented her salon. Maxims include ones on infidelity, ? galanteries ' and flattery. 243574.
More imagesReflexions ou Sentences et maximes morales 1665 [Leather Bound]
La Rochefoucauld, Franois de (-). Auteur du texte ? Ailly, Nicolas d' (-). Auteur du texte
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpie…ce has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1665. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Pages: - 168, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 168 168.
