Book 1788 De la manière d’enseigner les Belles-Lettres Rollin Volume 3 Paris

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Description

The item presented is an old book titled "De la manière d’enseigner et d’étudier les belles-lettres par rapport à l’esprit et au cœur" (On the Method of Teaching and Studying Belles-Lettres in Relation to the Mind and Heart), written by M. Rollin, former Rector of the University of Paris and Professor of Eloquence at the Collège Royal. This is the third volume, from an edition dated 1788, as indicated on the title page visible in the photograph.

The displayed page reveals period typographical printing, with black characters on cream paper, showing a consistent patina and foxing typical of late 18th-century papers. The margins are wide, and the paper edges appear irregular, indicating manual production characteristic of books from this period.

The visible information specifies that the book was printed in Paris, "Du Fonds des Frères Étienne, Chez Barrois l’aîné & Fils, Libraires, rue de Savoye." The book bears the mention "Avec approbation & privilège du Roi" (With the King's approval and privilege), which was common in French publishing under the Ancien Régime.

The title page also indicates that it is a "Nouvelle édition" (New edition) of Rollin's text, a major figure in 18th-century French pedagogy and literature. The title and mentions are printed in capitals and small capitals, with a classic alignment and a sober layout, characteristic of books from this era.

The paper edge, visible on the left, shows slight wear and signs of handling, but no major tears are visible on this side. The quality of the paper, punctuated with small stains, reflects the age of the work and the artisanal manufacturing process.

Condition

Used book, sold as is. The title page shows foxing, signs of use, and a regular patina. No major structural defects are visible on the displayed side.

Did you know? Charles Rollin (1661-1741) was an essential figure in education in France. His treatise on belles-lettres profoundly influenced classical pedagogy, and his works were re-edited throughout the 18th century, notably in separate volumes as seen here.

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