Old Book Sermons Father de Mac Carthy Volume IV 1836 Lyon Paris

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Description

This antique book displays the title page of the fourth volume of "Sermons by Reverend Father de Mac Carthy," a member of the Society of Jesus. The work shown in the photograph is an 1836 edition, printed in Lyon by Pélagaud, Lesne et Crozet, and in Paris by Foussileque-Rusand, bookseller. The title page features a classic 19th-century typography, with well-defined black characters on cream paper, typical of prints from that era.

The left page is occupied by a literary property notice, stating that any copy not bearing the publisher's printed signature is considered counterfeit. This page also includes a reproduction of a handwritten signature, likely that of the publisher Rusand, as well as a framed box indicating the publisher's rights. The edges of the paper show numerous foxing spots and signs of age, characteristic of untreated antique paper.

The right page, at the beginning of the volume, specifies the nature of the work: "Sermons by Reverend Father de Mac Carthy, of the Society of Jesus. Volume Four." The publication information is clearly legible, mentioning Lyon and Paris as publishing locations, and 1836 as the year of edition. The margins are wide, and the paper shows brown stains from oxidation and humidity, common in works from this period.

The book is open flat, allowing for observation of the classic structure of a 19th-century bound work. The paper has a matte texture, with a visible grain and natural asperities. No decorations or illuminations are apparent on these pages; the layout remains simple and functional, true to the liturgical and oratorical use of this type of publication.

The typography, layout, and mention of Lyon and Paris publishers clearly place this work within the French publishing context of the first third of the 19th century. The foxing and condition of the paper attest to its age and visual authenticity.

Condition

The work is second-hand and sold as is. The visible pages show pronounced foxing, some traces of humidity, and general wear of the paper. The readability of the text remains good on the title page, despite the oxidation. Binding, endpapers, and other non-visible elements cannot be described.

Did you know? The sermons of Reverend Father de Mac Carthy were published in several volumes in the 19th century and are representative of Jesuit religious literature of that era. Lyon, in the 19th century, was a major center for religious and educational publishing in France, hosting numerous houses specializing in the dissemination of ecclesiastical works.

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