Histoire de France depuis l'etablissement de la monarche jusqu'au regne de Louis XIV
Book Description
"Histoire de France depuis l'etablissement de la monarchie jusqu'au règne de Louis XIV" is a historical work by Pierre Villaret, a noted French historian and secretary to the French peers. The title translates to "History of France from the Establishment of the Monarchy to the Reign of Louis XIV." The specific volume is the fourteenth (tome quatorzième) and was published in Paris in 1764 (MDCCLXIV).
12mo, A-X, 486pp + Errata (one page).
Published by Desaint&Saillant, rue Saint Jean de Beauvais; Printed at De l'imprimerie de P. A. Le Prieur, Imprimeur do Roi, rue S. Jacques, a l'Olivier.
Full, leather, raised band spine. Gilted title and floral decoration, rubbed corners, red paper edges. Marbled endpapers.
The text layout follows the Golden Ratio.
Time notes in the margins provide additional historical context.
Condition: really good.
Dealer Notes
Published in the mid-18th century, this book provides contemporary insights and narratives from a period close to the events described, offering valuable perspectives for historians and collectors.
Collectibility: As a historical work from the 18th century, it holds significant value for collectors of rare and antique books, particularly those with an interest in French history.
Collectibility: As a historical work from the 18th century, it holds significant value for collectors of rare and antique books, particularly those with an interest in French history.
Author
M. Villaret
Date
1764
Binding
Full-leather
Publisher
Desaint&Saillant, rue Saint Jean de Beauvais
Condition
Good
Pages
486
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