Bible Commentary Genesis 1715 by Augustin Calmet large leather book
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[Bible Commentary- Old & New Testament- A. Calmet].
Commentaire Litteral sur Tous Les Livres de L'Ancient et Nouveay Testament, by R. P. Augustin Calmet, Religieux Benedictin.
Published 1715, Paris, by Pierre Emery.
c. 900 pages.
Large early 18th century book in a period full mottled leather binding. Spine compartments gilt decorated.
Binding is worn, front joint cracked, spine ends chipped, various signs of age and handling within including some scattered old damp staining.
Still sound as an object, covers firmly held and attached by original binding cords.
Book measures:10 1/4 " H X 8" W.
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