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274 - MORET (Canon J.-J.). Diviners and Sorcerers in the departmen…
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Estimate €40 - €70
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Description
MORET (Canon J.-J.). Diviners and Sorcerers in the department of Allier 1840 - 1909. Magical recipes. Moulins, Auclaire imprint, 1909. One volume in-8 paperback, (2) ff. 60 pp. First edition printed in 120 copies. "Following on from the replies to the prefecture's enquiry in 1840 [concerning diviners and sorcerers], we give a few "recipes for curing illnesses or warding off spells". We have taken them from a handwritten booklet belonging to a bonesetter near Moulins. The blackened pages, worn on the corners, attest to long use...". (preface).
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About the sale Sale of antique and modern books, including hunting and riding libraries
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Auction time 06/30/2026 at 2:00 PM
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