Vintage book What Do I Know? Jansenism Louis Cognet PUF

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Description

The book visible in the photo is from the famous "Que sais-je?" collection, titled Le Jansénisme, written by Louis Cognet and published by Presses Universitaires de France (PUF). The cover prominently features an ochre color with a vertical white band in the center, typical of the collection, and highlights the title and author in clear, black letters. The circular emblem "le point des connaissances actuelles" appears in the central part. The overall cover displays a streamlined design, characteristic of French academic aesthetics from the mid-20th century.

The front cover of the book shows a slightly glossy finish, with some visible signs of wear on the bottom left and on the spine, indicating a handled but generally well-preserved item. The publisher's logo and name "PRESSES UNIVERSITAIRES DE FRANCE" are perfectly legible at the bottom of the cover. The format appears compact and manageable, consistent with the "Que sais-je?" series known for its accessible and practical popular science works.

The lettering "que sais-je?" at the top of the cover is written in golden script, adding an elegant touch to the whole. The book shows no visible illustrations apart from the typical collection cover. The general condition, based on the visible side, indicates a cover without major creases or tears, with a well-preserved spine.

The author, Louis Cognet, is a recognized specialist in religious history. The work deals with Jansenism, a religious and intellectual movement of major importance in French history. The typography and layout of the cover suggest an edition prior to the 1980s, probably from the 60s-70s, although it's not possible to specify further without additional visual clues.

This "Que sais-je?" book on Jansenism is ideal for deepening historical and religious knowledge, and benefits from a format suitable for consultation and transport.

Condition

Used book, sold as is. Some signs of wear on the cover (see photo), slightly rubbed corners. As the interior is not visible, no information on the condition of the internal pages can be provided.

Did you know? The "Que sais-je?" collection was founded in 1941 by Paul Angoulvent. It is considered one of the most widely distributed academic series in the world, with over 4,000 titles published and millions of copies sold, covering all fields of knowledge.

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