A Journal During a Residence in France, from the Beginning of August, to the Middle of December, 1792.

John Moore

Published by G. G. and J. Robinson, London, 1793

The two volume first edition of Scottish physician John Moore's account of his 1792 visit to France, illustrated with a folding hand-coloured map. In 1792 the author accompanied Scottish peer Lord Lauderdale to Paris, where together they witnessed some of the principal scenes of the early Revolution.This work provides a careful eyewitness account of his experiences, and was frequently referred to by Thomas Carlyle in his own works.With a folding hand-coloured map frontispiece to volume II. Collated, complete.With each volume retaining the original half title.ESTC reference no T144189With a contemporary inscription to the front free endpaper of volume I, and armorial bookplates to rear pastedown.A fascinating first edition contemporary account of the French Revolution. In a full tree calf binding, with gilt detailing to back strip. Rubbing to back strips, with small losses of leather to back strip heads and tails, and to rear joint of volume I and front joint of volume II. Front joints of each volume starting. Tail of volume I rear joint, and head of volume II front joint also starting. Boards holding firm. Inscription to front free endpaper of volume I. Armorial bookplates to rear pastedowns. Internally, firmly bound. Pages a touch age toned, with the odd spot and light handling mark throughout. Good. Seller Inventory # 835F19

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Journal During a Residence in France, from...
Publisher: G. G. and J. Robinson, London
Publication Date: 1793
Binding: Leather
Illustrator: None
Condition: Good
Edition: First edition.
Book Type: book