Beautiful Series In 28 Vol. In 12: Summary Of The General History Of Travel; Jj La Harpe 19th

A prize for these attractive volumes In 12 in contemporary binding (1st Empire), 28 complete volumes, printed in Paris, at Janet and Cotelle, Booksellers, Music Merchants of LL. MM. IL. and RR., rue Neuve des Petits-Champs, No. 17. 1813. Bound in full sheepskin, smooth spines decorated with gilt iron, gilt titles and volume numbers, covers framed with a frieze, marbled endpapers; Complete, this copy is easy and pleasant to read because the "Grand La Harpe" was easy to write with a pedagogical touch.... "Abridged General History of Travel, containing what is most remarkable, most useful and best proven in the countries where travelers have penetrated; the customs of the inhabitants, religion, uses, arts and sciences, commerce, manufactures; by Mr. JF La Harpe. A decorative and readable work... In suitable condition