French History

1894 1ed Napoleonic Coalition Wars Myrbach ART Battle Scenes French Revolution
The Coalition Wars, the common name for the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, were the largest and most important European battles at the start of the 19th-century. Authors and artists produced numerous books and works on the battles, both in support and in opposition, many of which were exceedingly popular throughout Europe. One such work was Frederic Masson's "Adventures de Guerre".
This book provided descriptions of the wars but curiously wasn't published until the end of the 19th-century. It was popular not just because of Masson's detailed descriptions and memoirs but because of Felician Myrbach's exquisite art – views of soldiers, landscapes, town scenes, and most important views battles and combat.
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MASSON, Frederic
1792-1809 : aventures de guerre : souvenirs et récits de soldats
[Paris : Boussod, Valadon & Cie, 1894.] First edition.
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1699 Terrail Chevalier of Bayard French Knights Military Papacy Charles VIII
Pierre Terrail, Chevalier of Bayard was a 15th-century French knight known for his many battle victories at the beginning of the 16th-century. He faithfully served Kings Charles VIII and Louis XII of France and fought battles throughout France and Italy. Author Juge de Pierrelatte Aimar describes kings of Naples, French military leaders, popes, and William of Orange.
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AIMAR, Juge de Pierrelatte

Histoire du chevalier Baiard, par Mr Aimar
Lyon : A. Boudet, 1699.

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[8], 352
· Language: French
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~6in X 3.5in (15.5cm x 8.5cm)
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1839 1st ed Views of WATERLOO Illustrated Napoleon Monuments Lions Mound Tourism

An impressive collection of lithographic plates depicting views of Waterloo – monuments, homes and buildings, cemeteries, churches, and the famous Lion's Mound. Following the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815, there was a significant rise in tourism and popularity of the Belgian municipality and H. Gerard published this 'tourism guide' to promote Waterloo and its environs.
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Collection de douze vues de Waterloo
Bruxelles : H. Gérard, [1839]. First edition.

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o 12 plates plus folding map
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Language: French
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Binding: Softcover
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Size: ~8.5in X 10.75in (21.5cm x 27.5cm)
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1871 Paris Commune During Franco-Prussian WAR France CASTLES Illustrated MAPS

'Paris During the Siege' is a rare, 19th-century account of the Franco-Prussian War. This book not only describes the war scene in Paris during the war, but offers first hand-experiences and descriptions of war and the impact of the war all over Western Europe. Perhaps the best aspect of this book is the full-page engravings of iconic views – views of castles, city views, portraits, and maps!

Item number: #19700
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HOZIER, Henry
Paris during the siege and a history of the rise and fall of the Commune
London: William Mackenzie, [ca. 1871]. 1st edition
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[6], [297]-440
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Illustrated with 8 full-page engravings and 2 folding maps
· Provenance: Bookplate – William and Mary Graf
· Language: English
· Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
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Decorative red cloth
· Size: ~10.75in X 8.5in (27cm x 21.5cm)
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Paris: Chez la Veuve d'Houry, 1771. Later edition of the 1749 original. Very Good. 65" x 375" [8], 507, [1] pp Period mottled calf, marbled edges all around, title label chipped, light edgewear Title with edge-toning and a light library stamp Discreet marginal repair to A2 Quite clean throughout In French Francois Quesnay (1694 â€" 1774), French economist and physician He became consulting physician to Louis XV, who installed him in the Palace of Versailles Louis esteemed Quesnay highly, and referred to him as "his thinker" 507 pp.

1805 1ed Coronation of Napoleon Bonaparte & Empress Josephine FRANCE French Rev
A rare and highly desirable commemorative account of the coronation of Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine! This work, published in 1805, highlights the events of the coronation published in minutes form. It all contains a list of the officials and department members present at the ceremony and those registered with the Grand Master of Ceremonies.
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SEGUR, Louis-Philippe de
Procès-verbal de la cérémonie du sacre et du couronnement de LL. MM. l'Empereur Napoléon et l'Impératrice Joséphine
A Paris: de L'Imprimerie Imperiale, an xiii = 1805. 1st edition

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[4], 117, [1]
· Language: French
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~10in X 7.75in (25cm x 20cm)
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1629 1ed GALLIA Celtic France Geography Louis XIII Respublica de Laet Elzevier

An incredibly rare and impressive Elzevier printing of Joannes de Laet's "Gallia". During the 1620s and 30s, Elzevier published numerous works on European countries designed for travel and studies (Respublica) including many by de Laet. This particular work describes some of the earliest times in France with descriptions of geography, cities and towns, and the history of French kings.
Item number: 21243
Price: $550
LAET, Joannes de
Gallia sive de Francorum regis dominiis et opibus Commentarius
Lugd. Batav : Ex officina Elzeviriana, 1629.

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[16], 461, [1]
· References: Willems 311; Goldsmid II, p. 52
· Language: Latin
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· Size: ~4.25in X 2.25in (11cm x 6cm)
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1806 Campaigns Victor Moreau French Revolution NAPOLEON Bonaparte Italy ENGLISH

Jean Victor Moreau was an 18th-century French military officer known for his role in helping Napoleon gain political and military prominence. Moreau commanded French forces during the French Revolutionary wars, particularly the Army of Italy. However, Moreau would begin to disagree with Napoleon so much so that he would be banished from France and settle in America.

Moreau wrote his own autobiography describing his military campaigns and interactions with Napoleon. This 1806 English translation of Moreau's "Life" was translated by John Davis published in New York by Bliss.

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MOREAU, Jean Victor

The Life and Campaigns of Victor Moreau. Comprehending his trial, justification and other events, till the period of his embarkation for the United States

New York: David Bliss, 1806. 1st edition

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o viii, 9-288
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1776 KINGS History of Inaugurations FRANCE Louis XIV Costume Salivet Peru RARE

'History of Inaugurations of Kings' is a rare, 18th-century account of inauguration ceremonies of royalty from around the world. Written by Louis Georges Salivet, this work describes royal events from beginning in the middle ages through the mid-1700s including Constantinople, Peru and the Kingdom of Cusco, and France. Notable ceremonies include the inauguration of Charles VI, and many other French kings, including, perhaps most importantly, Louis XIV. Note that this 1776 edition includes impressive, full-page engravings depicting views of costume and clothing from inaugurations.

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SALIVET, Louis-Georges Isaac

Histoire des inaugurations des rois, empereurs et autres souverains de l'univers

Paris: Moutard, 1776.

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o xvi, 559, [5]
o 14 engraved plates
· Language: French
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
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1870 Thiers ATLAS to French Revolution France Battle Plans 32 Double-Page MAPS
"They pried into the most secret recesses, ransacked every depository of papers, broke open every lock, and enjoyed the twofold gratification of curiosity and destruction."
― Adolphe Thiers, The History of the French Revolution
Born during the French Revolution, Adolphe Thiers became a famous French historian, focusing on the history of France and the importance of the French Revolution. He began writing his "History of the French Revolution" in the early 1820s, and this book would be the foundation for his literary fame and reputation, also providing a boost to his political career.
This volume is the Atlas tome which accompanies Thiers' "History of the French Revolution." It includes 32 incredible double-page maps depicting various aspects of the French Revolution. See below for a full-list of maps.
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THIERS, Adolphe
Atlas… des campagnes de la Révolution française
Paris: Furne et… Read More

1791 French Revolution 1ed Crimes of Queens of France Marie Antoinette Prudhomme

Louis Marie Prudhomme was French Revolution-era historian who is best remembered for his essays and treatises regarding the Revolution itself. One of his best works was his perspective on the crimes of the French Revolution, in fact, the most interesting being his perspectives on the crimes of French queens beginning with the earliest monarchs through Marie Antoinette. Prudhomme not only describes the politics of the queens, but also condemns many of their sexual encounters and bizarre decisions.

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PRUDHOMME, Louis Marie

Les crimes des reines de France depuis le commencement de la monarchie jusqu'à Marie-Antoinette

A Paris: au Bureau des revolutions de paris, Prudhomme, 1791. First edition.

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o xvi, 323, [1]
o 5 engraved plates
· Provenance: Bookplate – E. Desbois
· Language: French
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1825 NAPOLEON Bonaparte 1ed Grand Army Russia Baron Gourgaud Comte de Segur Duel

Gaspard, Baron Gourgaud's work, "Napoleon and the Grand Army in Russia," critically examines and counters the narrative presented by Phillipe Paul, Comte de Segur, in his portrayal of Napoleon during the 1812 Russian campaign. Serving as Napoleon's principal orderly officer and close confidant, Gourgaud leverages his firsthand experiences and extensive diary entries to challenge Segur's account, accusing him of factual inaccuracies, distorted storytelling, and blending unrelated events. The dispute between the two escalated to a duel, resulting in an injury to Segur.

This edition of Gourgaud's book not only provides a meticulous critique of Segur's work but also includes a substantial 54-page appendix, detailing various orders issued by Napoleon during that year, thereby offering a comprehensive and authoritative alternative perspective on the events of 1812.

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1798 Napoleonic War Letters 1ed Napoleon Propaganda Admiral Nelson EGYPT Map

Early in the Napoleon Wars, the British Navy, led by Lord Horatio Nelson, intercepted French intelligence and seized numerous letters detailing motives and direction of the French army. These letters were published as a strong piece of anti-French propaganda and served as an affront to the French campaign in Egypt.

This two-part first edition was an important piece of Napoleonic War memorabilia and has proved to be a highly desirable work since it was first published.

Item number: #24371
Price: $750

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Copies of original letters from the army of General Bonaparte in Egypt intercepted by the fleet under the command of Admiral Lord Nelson

London: Printed for J. Wright, 1798. 1st edition

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· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 parts in 1
o Part I – [2], xxiii, [1], 248
o Part II – [4], xxxi, [1], 236
o 2 folding plates
· Language: English
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1808 Napoleonic Wars SPAIN Portugal Napoleon Thomas Jefferson America Revolution

The Gentleman's Magazine was an English periodical which first appeared in 1731. It was published without interruption for nearly 200 years and was the first of its kind to use the term 'magazine'. It was published by Edward Cave, pseud. Sylvanus Urban.

This 1808 edition includes a variety of important and interesting contents including:
· Lingering effects and symptoms of the Revolutionary War
· Napoleon Bonaparte
o Conduct in Spain and Portugal
o Attempts to sway German and Poland to join France into wars
o Letters
o Influences on Emperor of Russia
o Demands of America
· Thomas Jefferson's farewell from the presidency
· On British and American treaties
· Spain's proposal to make provinces independent

Item number: #24372
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URBAN, Sylvanus [Edward Cave]

The Gentleman's Magazine: and historical Chronicle

London: printed by John Nichols and Son, 1808. 1st… Read More

Paris: Imprimerie Nationale, 1949. Signed, numbered first edition. Number 30. Hard cover in cloth and limp boards. Published Paris: Imprimerie nationale, 1949. 4to., 8 3/4" x 12", 317pp. Text in French. Pale green cloth with gilt titles. Signed by Andolenko on fly leaf. Russian born Serge Andolenko, served admirably as French military officer, rising to the rank of brigade général of the French Army. "A passionate historian, he was renowned for several publications on the French Army and the Imperial Russian Army." Work covers all infantry regiments, including infantry of the foot hunters, the Zouaves, the foreign legion, the Moroccan riflemen, the African light infantry and the Moroccan Goums. Some uniform sun fade to the spine, dust foxing on top edge of page block, else near fine, clean, bright, unmarked. A beautiful copy.. 1st. Hard. Very Good Plus/No Jacket. 4to.