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311 - MOTLEY (John Lothrop). History of the Foundation of the Repu…
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MOTLEY (John Lothrop). History of the Foundation of the Republic of the United Provinces. A new translation, with an introduction by M. Guizot. Paris, Michel Lévy Frères, 1859. 4 vols. in-8°, comprising CIII, 1 blank page, 451 pp.; 499 pp.; 516 pp.; 547 pp. Aubergine sheepskin, smooth spine, title and volume labels in fawn morocco, gilt initials at the foot, gilt coat of arms on the covers within a blind-stamped border, mottled edges. (Contemporary binding). *The Rise of the Dutch Republic*, in 3 vols., was published in 1856. Important introduction by GUIZOT. ‘A remarkable work’ (Hoefer). Graesse, Trésor de livres rares et précieux, IV, 617. Bearing the coat of arms of Baron DUPONT de LA PORTE, probably Camille (1811–1887). A few foxing spots, sun-faded spine, some wear to the leather. A good copy.
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