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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate relationship between national identity, history, and politics in the region of Lorraine, France. The author embarks on a journey along the Moselle River, tracing its path from its source in the Vosges Mountains to its confluence with the Rhine. Through meticulous observation and analysis of the region's landscape, architecture, and cultural practices, the author uncovers the profound impact that historical events, such as the Varennes incident during the French Revolution, have had on the formation of Lorrainer identity. The book explores the complex interplay between French and German influences, examining how they have shaped the region's unique cultural heritage. It also delves into the economic and social challenges faced by the region, particularly in the face of industrialization and the rise of the labor movement. Ultimately, this book provides a rich and nuanced understanding of the ways in which a region's identity is shaped by its past and its place within the broader currents of history and politics. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a beguiling glimpse into the life of the Paris high society of the early twentieth century, as seen through the observant eyes of Friquette, a young circus performer working in the stables of a grand estate. As she navigates the glittering yet tumultuous world of the wealthy elite, Friquette witnesses a complex tapestry of love, deceit, and social intrigue. The author captures the essence of this fascinating era where change and tradition collide. The book offers a captivating exploration of the human conditionâ"the eternal struggle between desire and decorum, loyalty and betrayal, and the enduring quest for meaning amid a rapidly evolving society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Condition: Assez bon. DROGUE (illustrator).
Publication Date: 2025
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1917 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 22 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.
Publication Date: 1841
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First Edition
3 Vols. & Supplement. 1841-1845. 4 books. (illustrator). First Edition. 3 Vols. & Supplement. 1841-1845. 4 books. Judicial Administration in the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies [Kingdom of the Two Sicilies]. [Petitti, Pompillo, Editor]. Repertorio Amministrativo Ossia Collezione di Leggi, Decreti, Reali Rescritti, Ministeriali, Regolamenti, Ed Istruzioni Sull'Amministrazione Civile del Regno delle due Sicilie. Palermo: Dalla Reale Stamperia, 1841. Three volumes. [And] Supplemento al Repertorio Amministrativo Ossia Collezione di Leggi, Decreti, Reali Rescritti, Ministeriali, Regolamenti, Ed Istruzioni Sull'Amministrazione Civile del Regno delle due Sicilie. Naples: Tipografia fu Migliaccio, 1845. xxxii, 712 pp. Octavo (8" x 5"). Contemporary quarter calf over marbled boards (Supplemento has textured paper boards), spines have identical raised bands, gilt fillets and gilt titles. Moderate rubbing to boards and extremities, 1/2" circular piece missing from center of Volume I, a few nicks and minor scuffs to boards. Faint dampstaining and foxing in some places, interiors otherwise fresh. $500. * Third and final edition. This treatise on administrative law and judicial administration in the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is cast in the form of a topical digest of laws, legislation and decisions with commentary and summaries. Its first two editions were published in 1838 and 1839. OCLC locates 1 copy of this title in North America (at Harvard's Widener Library, which has a first edition), no copies of the Supplemento.