{"product_id":"livre-relie-1799-edition-originale-les-aventures-de-telemaque-cuir","title":"1799 First Edition The Adventures of Telemachus leather-bound book","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 antique book, shown in the photo, is a bound volume with a full cover, whose patinated appearance evokes a historical work. The visible cover is dark brown, with irregular nuances and signs of wear characteristic of a work that has endured centuries. The surface shows a marbled texture and some signs of use, with no visible pattern or inscription on the front. The binding reveals raised bands on the spine, typical of late 18th-century books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object has a classic rectangular shape, with the top edge being slightly curved, suggesting frequent use or the effect of time. No title, author, or ornamentation is visible on the displayed face; the simplicity of the cover is typical of original editions or old bindings made without apparent gilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is placed on an antique desk, in a library setting, which highlights the authentic and historical character of the work. The book stands vertically, closed, not allowing the spine or internal details to be seen. An inkwell and a quill, visible nearby, enhance the literary and manuscript ambiance of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brown hue and uniform patina of the cover suggest a leather-like material, though this cannot be formally attested without explicit mention in the keywords. The overall condition shows rubbed corners and a slightly damaged top edge, indicating the age of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the keywords provided, this is the original 1799 edition of \"Les Aventures de Télémaque, Fils d'Ulysse,\" a classic of French literature. This mention indicates that the content is attributed to Fénelon's work, although this is not visible on the photographed cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed book, sold as is. The cover shows signs of wear, scuffs, and age marks on the visible face. Corners and edges are blunted, with a uniform patina consistent with a late 18th-century book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"Les Aventures de Télémaque\" was first published in 1699 by Fénelon. This didactic novel, very popular in the 18th century, was widely disseminated and printed throughout Europe, becoming a reference work in the education of young aristocrats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in antique books and historical objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique book, original edition 1799, Les Aventures de Télémaque, Fénelon, bound work, brown cover, 18th century book, didactic novel, French antique book, Telemaque book, classic literature, leather-look book, antique library\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54270103912775,"sku":"EBAY-315392566884","price":62.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_2abd8d56-1c7b-43a0-8c30-1409c6927e8a.jpg?v=1782951591","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/livre-relie-1799-edition-originale-les-aventures-de-telemaque-cuir","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}