1753 Rare Italian vellum Book set - Spiritual letters of St. Francis de Sales, Lettere spirituali di S. Francesco di Sales.
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Author: Francis de Sales
Title : Lettere spirituali di S. Francesco di Sales vescovo e principe di Geneva fondatore dell'Ordine della Visitazione di S. Maria tradotte dal francese nell'Italiano da un suo divoto. Parte Prima and Secunda.
Publisher : In Padova, Appresso Giovanni Manfre, 1753. First and second volume complete with their separate table of content.
Language: Text in Italian
Size: 6.5" X 3.3".
Pages: 528, 455 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good contemporary full vellum binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a removable protective mylar cover. All edges are marbled.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown, name and note from a previous owner on the first endpaper - as shown, ex-libris stamp of l'abbé Rozet on the first endpaper and last page of volume 2 - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the beautiful portrait frontispiece of Francis de Sales.
The books: This two-volume set of "Lettere spirituali di S. Francesco di Sales," published in 1753, is a rare Italian edition of the spiritual letters of St. Francis de Sales, translated from French into Italian by a devoted follower. These letters offer deep insights into the personal and spiritual guidance provided by Francis de Sales, addressing a wide range of topics from devotion and piety to practical advice on living a virtuous Christian life. This edition is particularly significant as it provides Italian-speaking devotees access to the saint's profound wisdom in their native language, enhancing their spiritual growth and understanding.
The author: Francis de Sales (1567–1622) was a Bishop of Geneva and is honored as a saint in the Catholic Church. He was known for his deep faith and his gentle approach to the reformation of the Catholic Church. His writings, including his famous 'Introduction to the Devout Life', are noted for their practical advice and accessible style, making them popular among laypeople.