[Rarebooks] FS: 1830 French Rules for La Chasse / Hunting

[Joslin Hall Rare Books]

TITLE: “Code de la Chasse, Manuel complet du Chasseur par Horace Raisson
suivi du Code de la Peche par M. de C...y”

By Horace Raisson.
Published in Paris by Jules Lefebvre et Cie, Editeurs, in 1830. 2nd edition.

DISCUSSION: First published in 1829, also by Lefebvre. A guide to rules
and regulations of hunting in early 19th century France. The charming
engraved frontispiece depicts two hunters and their dog at the edge of a
marsh surprising what appears to be a snipe.

Horace Raisson [1798-1854] was a popular author, writing books on the
histories of the French Revolution, the Bonaparte family, the National
Guard of Paris, and Codes for gourmets and journalists.

DESCRIPTION: Softcover. 4”x6.5”, 262 pages, engraved frontispiece.

CONDITION NOTES: Original paper covers, now very fragile and somewhat
worn. Portions of the spine have perished. Minor internal soil, and a few
spots.  Although the binding is extremely delicate, it is nice to see this
book in its' original state.

PRICE: $175.00

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