1877 French Book in an Exquisite Morocco Binding - The Perfumes of the Christian Girl - Les Parfums de la jeune fille chrétienne.
Author: Philippe Reinhard De Liechty (Abbé).
Title: Les Parfums de la jeune fille chrétienne.
Publisher: Paris, CG. Forestier, 1877. First thus.
Language: Text in French.
Size: 5.5 " X 4.5 ".
Pages: 206 pages.
Binding: Attractive, very good and exquisite red full morocco leather binding, title in gilt on spine, raised bands, beautiful gilt decorated front and rear covers (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown, corners slightly worn - as shown). All edges gilt. An Exquisite French Binding of the late 19th Century! Under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, original blue wrap covers bound in - as shown).
The book: A rare French edition of LES PARFUMS DE LA JEUNE FILLE CHRÉTIENNE - an evocative exploration of Christian virtues as told through the metaphor of a young girl's fragrances. This French book, published in the 19th century, offers a unique perspective on Christian prayers, morality and femininity. It also includes The Youth of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary. In an exquisite binding!