Vol 1 of a 2-volume set describing Paris and its monuments, in the context of the various historical episodes that revolved around them. In this first volume, a general overview of the layout of Paris is provided, along with episodes in French history. Much of the book is dedicated to the Revolution of 1789 (the French Revolution), with other chapters on the Massacre of St Bartholomew, Place Louise XV (Place de la Concorde), the various sieges, and concluding with The National Guard.
Paris and Its Historical Scenes (1831) (vol 1 only)
S$45.00
Paris and Its Historical Scenes (1831) (vol 1 only)
S$45.00
Title: Paris and Its Historical Scenes (vol 1)
Author: Unstated
Publisher: Charles Knight, Pall Mall East, London, 1831. Part of “The Library of Entertaining Knowledge”, presumed 1st edition.
Condition: Hardcover, pocket size. Fair. Spine hinge showing, slight tanning/foxing, and front hinge cracked. Gilt to all edges. Text clean, binding tight. Map missing. With 2 steel engraved plates, and 8 woodcut illustrations. 385pp.
