{"product_id":"livre-ancien-premiers-pas-vers-jesus-catechisme-avignon-editions-tardy-vintage","title":"Old book First steps towards Jesus catechism Avignon Tardy Editions vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis old book, titled \u003cb\u003ePremiers pas vers Jésus\u003c\/b\u003e (First Steps Towards Jesus), is a small catechism published by the Diocese of Avignon and Éditions Tardy. Its soft cover features a black border adorned in the center with a colored illustration: three figures, likely shepherds, are kneeling and facing a celestial light, beneath which the inscription \"Glory to God in the Highest Heavens\" appears in red and yellow handwritten letters. The overall image evokes a Nativity scene, in a graphic style typical of the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover layout is clean and legible, with a title in white capital letters at the top, and the mentions \"Petit Catéchisme\" (Small Catechism), \"DIOCÈSE D'AVIGNON\" (DIOCESE OF AVIGNON), and \"ÉDITIONS TARDY\" at the bottom, also in white. The book is displayed standing against an old library background, which highlights its historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spine of the cover shows visible signs of wear, particularly at the corners and edges, emphasizing its authenticity and past use. The surface presents some scuffs and slight marks, without affecting the readability of the text or the visual impact of the central illustration. No major imperfections are visible on the front cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact format and the patinated appearance of the work correspond to French religious publications from the first half or mid-20th century, a period during which many dioceses published small catechism manuals for the instruction of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft cardboard cover, two-color printing, and graphic style of the illustration indicate a work intended for frequent handling, likely used in a religious education or family context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is used and sold as-is. Shows visible signs of wear on the cover, blunted corners and edges, slight surface scuffs. The whole remains sturdy with a clearly legible illustration and text on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Éditions Tardy, located first in Paris and then in Lyon, was a major player in religious publishing in France during the 20th century, publishing numerous works of catechesis and Christian formation for children and families. The Diocese of Avignon, for its part, has a long tradition of religious education dating back to the Middle Ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique catechism, vintage religious book, Premiers pas vers Jésus, Éditions Tardy, Avignon diocese, child spirituality, catechism manual, catechesis book, old Christian book, French catechism, religious booklet, biblical teaching\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54235189510471,"sku":"d327f776-b2f2-4282-ac87-caf6ed5b679c","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_f8f654d5-5a64-46b6-aaa4-299106876382.jpg?v=1782467073","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/livre-ancien-premiers-pas-vers-jesus-catechisme-avignon-editions-tardy-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}