"the Follies Of The Century", A Philosophical Novel. By: M. De Lourdoueix, 3rd Illustrated Edition 1818

A literary curiosity, this composite book from the Restoration period is divided into four distinct parts: The philosophical novel "Les Folies du Siècle" (The Follies of the Century) by M. de Lourdoueix. Third edition adorned with seven engravings. Published in Paris by Pillet, printer and bookseller, publisher of the "Moeurs Françaises" (French Customs) collection, 5 rue Christine, 1818. This remarkable work, illustrated with seven highly amusing fold-out plates engraved in line, complements the lively text in the form of entertaining and curious dialogues... Followed by the work "Lyon en 1817" (Lyon in 1817) by Colonel Fabvier, who served as Chief of Staff to the King's Lieutenant in the 7th and 19th military divisions. Published in Paris by Delaunay, bookseller, Palais-Royal, Galerie de bois, No. 243. 1818. Followed by the Account of Events that took place in Lyon, from the Royal Ordinance of September 5, 1816, until the end of October 1817; by M. Charrier-Sainneville, Former Lieutenant of Police in Lyon. In Paris, at Tournachon-Molin and H. Seguin, Booksellers, 6 rue de Savoie; and in Lyon, at J. Targe, Bookseller, rue Lafont, 1818. Followed by the "Supporting Documents"... A troubled world after Napoleon and the restoration of the Ancien Régime under the Monarchy of Charles X during the time of Vidoc...