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  • Annals of the Propagation of the Faith: by Association for the Propagation of the Faith
    Association for the Propagation of the Faith
    Annals of the Propagation of the Faith: Volume X. January 1849. Number LVIII.

    Edition: First Edition

    London: Association for the Propagation of the Faith: 1849. A Periodical Collection of Letters from the Bishops and Missionaries Employed in the Missions of the Old and New. Pale blue paper covers. Uncut pages. This issue is largely dealing with the missions in China. There is also a loose gather with a half title and title page (and small vignette) to volume IX for the binder to use (unused). A very nice copy of this individual issue of the Annals. Clean and tidy pale blue paper covers. Internally clean and tidy throughout. Uncut pages. A tiny amount of foxing to the front cover of the wrapper and first page. The Association for the Propagation of the Faith is a Roman…

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    London: Association for the Propagation of the Faith: 1849. A Periodical Collection of Letters from the Bishops and Missionaries Employed in the Missions of the Old and New. Pale blue paper covers. Uncut pages. This issue is largely dealing with the missions in China. There is also a loose gather with a half title and title page (and small vignette) to volume IX for the binder to use (unused). A very nice copy of this individual issue of the Annals. Clean and tidy pale blue paper covers. Internally clean and tidy throughout. Uncut pages. A tiny amount of foxing to the front cover of the wrapper and first page. The Association for the Propagation of the Faith is a Roman Catholic institution which is dedicated to supporting with prayer and funds the Catholic Missionaries who work overseas (I.e. not in the United Kingdom). [ii], [1]-79pp.

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  • Annals of the Propagation of the Faith: by Association for the Propagation of the Faith
    Association for the Propagation of the Faith
    Annals of the Propagation of the Faith: Volume X. May 1849. Number LX.

    Edition: First Edition

    London: Association for the Propagation of the Faith: 1849. A Periodical Collection of Letters from the Bishops and Missionaries Employed in the Missions of the Old and New. Pale blue paper covers. Uncut pages. This issue is largely dealing with the missions in China and America. A very nice copy of this individual issue of the Annals. Clean and tidy pale blue paper covers. Internally clean and tidy throughout. Uncut pages. A tiny amount of foxing to the front cover of the wrapper and first page. Light crease to the front cover. The Association for the Propagation of the Faith is a Roman Catholic institution which is dedicated to supporting with prayer and funds the Catholic Missionaries who work overseas (I.e. not in the United Kingdom). pp. 137-215.

    Book ID: 1147
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  • a calligraphic Sixteenth century polyphonic score
    Antiphonae Majores by [Anon]
    [Anon]
    Antiphonae Majores

    C1580. 2 leaves (4 pages) of antiphon on vellum from a large antiphon. Possibly the Kyrie. Musical notation with accompanying verbal score for a polyphonic chant. In Latin. There is some edgewear to the thick vellum, with a little loss. One small are are to the middle of the page has a slight loss affecting both sides. Overall an attractive piece. A large size, having come from a Gradual of Liber Usalis. Continental. 57cm x 41cm. 

    Book ID: 5073
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  • Archbishop Usher's Answer to a Jesuit; with Other Tracts on Popery by USHER, James
    USHER, James
    Archbishop Usher's Answer to a Jesuit; with Other Tracts on Popery

    Cambridge: Pitt Press for J. J. Deighton and J.W. Parker, 1835. Original buckram boards, with a new matching cloth spine and gilt titles. Yellow end papers. The original boards are clean and tidy, the new spine immaculate. Internally clean and tidy throughout with just a touch of darkening to the pages. Neat owner's name to the front end paper. Overall a lovely copy. On the whole, the pages are cut / readable, but there are 3 or 4 gathers towards the rear of the book where the leaves are uncut. xv, [i], 1-744, [iv].

    . Planches originales en bougran, avec un nouveau dos en tissu assorti et des titres dorés. Papiers de garde jaunes. Les planches originales sont propres…

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    Cambridge: Pitt Press for J. J. Deighton and J.W. Parker, 1835. Original buckram boards, with a new matching cloth spine and gilt titles. Yellow end papers. The original boards are clean and tidy, the new spine immaculate. Internally clean and tidy throughout with just a touch of darkening to the pages. Neat owner's name to the front end paper. Overall a lovely copy. On the whole, the pages are cut / readable, but there are 3 or 4 gathers towards the rear of the book where the leaves are uncut. xv, [i], 1-744, [iv].

    . Planches originales en bougran, avec un nouveau dos en tissu assorti et des titres dorés. Papiers de garde jaunes. Les planches originales sont propres et bien rangées, le nouveau dos est immaculé. L'intérieur de l'ouvrage est propre et en ordre, avec juste un peu de noircissement sur les pages. Un petit nom de propriétaire sur la première page de garde. Dans l'ensemble, un bel exemplaire. Dans l'ensemble, les pages sont coupées / lisibles, mais il y a 3 ou 4 fronces vers la fin du livre où les feuilles ne sont pas coupées. xv, [i], 1-744, [iv].

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  • Aritoteles' Poetik Ubersetzt un Eingeleitet by GOMPERZ, Theodor & BERGER, Alfred Freiherrn von.
    GOMPERZ, Theodor & BERGER, Alfred Freiherrn von.
    Aritoteles' Poetik Ubersetzt un Eingeleitet Mit Einer Abhandlung: Wahrheit Und Irrtum in Der Katharsis-Theorie Des Aristoteles

    Leipzig: Verlag von Viet & Comp, 1897. Scarce true first edition. Von veit German edition. Original pale blue paper covers publisher's adverts to rear. A little darkening and edgewear, with slight nicking to the spine. Internally clean but a little darkened. Many pages uncut. Aristlotle's theory of catharsis, expounded in the poetics, claims that the emotions of pity and fear are aroused by theatrical performances, and through this eliminated from the psyche of the audiences. (He obviously hadn't seen Peaky Blinders!) This thesis questions elements of Aristotle's theory. Text in German. 128 pages. 210 by 140mm (8¼ by 5½ inches).

    , Édition originale rare. Von veit édition allemande. Couverture originale en papier bleu pâle, avec la publicité de l'éditeur…

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    Leipzig: Verlag von Viet & Comp, 1897. Scarce true first edition. Von veit German edition. Original pale blue paper covers publisher's adverts to rear. A little darkening and edgewear, with slight nicking to the spine. Internally clean but a little darkened. Many pages uncut. Aristlotle's theory of catharsis, expounded in the poetics, claims that the emotions of pity and fear are aroused by theatrical performances, and through this eliminated from the psyche of the audiences. (He obviously hadn't seen Peaky Blinders!) This thesis questions elements of Aristotle's theory. Text in German. 128 pages. 210 by 140mm (8¼ by 5½ inches).

    , Édition originale rare. Von veit édition allemande. Couverture originale en papier bleu pâle, avec la publicité de l'éditeur au dos. Un peu de noircissement et d'usure des bords, avec une légère entaille au dos. L'intérieur est propre mais un peu assombri. De nombreuses pages ne sont pas coupées. La théorie de la catharsis d'Aristote, exposée dans la Poétique, affirme que les émotions de pitié et de peur sont suscitées par les représentations théâtrales et, de ce fait, éliminées de la psyché des spectateurs. (Il n'avait manifestement pas vu Peaky Blinders !) Cette thèse remet en question certains éléments de la théorie d'Aristote. Texte en allemand. 128 pages. 210 x 140 mm.

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    Book ID: 4591
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  • As Orações. by HEBBELYNCK, Jeanne (illus.)
    HEBBELYNCK, Jeanne (illus.)
    As Orações. Illustrações em cõres de J. Hebbelynck.

    Bruges: Desclée De Brouwer, 1938. First edition. Very scarce. Small hardback with blue cloth spine. Cover design and 16 beautifully illustrated full-page plates, with gold embellishments, all by Jeanne Hebbelynck. Unpaginated [40 pages]. Appears virtually new / unopened, and is in glassine protection. 140 x 115 mm

    Primeira edição. Capa dura pequena com lombada em tecido azul. Design da capa e 16 placas de página inteira lindamente ilustradas, com enfeites de ouro, tudo por Jeanne Hebbelynck. Não paginado [40 páginas]. Aparece praticamente novo/fechado e está em proteção de cristal. 140 x 115 mm

    Book ID: 3619
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  • An interesting account of the French Missions to convert the Native Americans and the Hindus.
    Asia et Amerique, ou Tableau Interessant by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    Asia et Amerique, ou Tableau Interessant de la Religion, des Moeurs, usages et coutumes diverses des populations de ces deux parties du monde. Avec gravures

    Edition: First Edition

    Paris: Lehuby: 1842. quarter tan leather with brown boards. gilt titles and decorations to the spine. Now covered in removable archival film. All edges gilt. Yellow end papers. Contemporary gift inscription to the end paper. half title carries the approval of Cardinal Prince de Croy. Three engraved plates (frontis and two further) and an engraved title page. There is a little rubbing to the boards, but overall the spine and boards are in good bright shape. the front end paper has a nick to the top corner. The rest of this book is in good condition, slightly darkened to the page edges. The frontis plate is still holding well, but is in danger of becoming detached (slightly loose to the…

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    Paris: Lehuby: 1842. quarter tan leather with brown boards. gilt titles and decorations to the spine. Now covered in removable archival film. All edges gilt. Yellow end papers. Contemporary gift inscription to the end paper. half title carries the approval of Cardinal Prince de Croy. Three engraved plates (frontis and two further) and an engraved title page. There is a little rubbing to the boards, but overall the spine and boards are in good bright shape. the front end paper has a nick to the top corner. The rest of this book is in good condition, slightly darkened to the page edges. The frontis plate is still holding well, but is in danger of becoming detached (slightly loose to the top half). Overall a sound copy. The book is telling the history of the missions to spread the Catholic faith. There are chapters on the Jesuit missions, missions to Constantinople and to Holland. Sections also on the religion of the Armenians, Ethiopians and the monastery at mount Sinai, the mission to Guyana etc: The Second half of the book is in two sections. The first dealing with the Mission to America to convert the Native Americans - (The "Savages" of Illinois and Louisiana). The second with the Mission to India (1701, 1709 etc.), and to Tibet. cuir quart de bronzage avec des conseils bruns. titres et décorations dorés au dos. Maintenant recouvert d'un film d'archives amovible. Tous les bords dorés. Feuilles de garde jaunes. Inscription cadeau contemporaine sur le papier de fin. le demi-titre porte l'approbation du Cardinal Prince de Croy. Trois planches gravées (frontis et deux autres) et une page de titre gravée. Il y a un peu de frottement sur les planches, mais dans l'ensemble le dos et les planches sont en bon état brillant. le papier frontal a une entaille dans le coin supérieur. Le reste de ce livre est en bon état, légèrement noirci sur les bords des pages. La plaque frontale tient toujours bien, mais risque de se détacher (légèrement lâche jusqu'à la moitié supérieure). Dans l'ensemble une copie sonore. Le livre raconte l'histoire des missions de diffusion de la foi catholique. Il y a des chapitres sur les missions jésuites, les missions à Constantinople et en Hollande. Sections également sur la religion des Arméniens, des Éthiopiens et du monastère du mont Sinaï, la mission en Guyane etc. : La seconde moitié du livre est en deux sections. Le premier traitant de la Mission en Amérique pour convertir les Amérindiens - (Les « Sauvages » de l'Illinois et de la Louisiane). La seconde avec la Mission en Inde (1701, 1709 etc.), et au Tibet. 288 pages.

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  • Augusta Concilii Nicaeni II. Censura, Hoc Est, Caroli M. De Impio Imaginum Cultu Libri IV by HEUMANN (Christoph August) [Heumannus].
    HEUMANN (Christoph August) [Heumannus].
    Augusta Concilii Nicaeni II. Censura, Hoc Est, Caroli M. De Impio Imaginum Cultu Libri IV

    Edition: First Edition

    Hanoverae [Hanover]: In Officina Foersteriana, 1731. First edition. Original vellum boards. Black inked title to spine. Frontispiece showing Carolus Magnus (Charlemagne) holding up the church. Red and black title page. Dedication page. Introductions and preface, text. A couple of attractive woodcuts. Complete with index, errata etc. All edges red. The vellum and text are both clean and tidy, in this beautiful work. Written at Charlemagne's command, this is an account, in four books, of the Second Council of Nicaea (787). This council largely dealt with the heresy of Iconoclasm, and rather, permitted the adoration of Jesus, Mary, and Saints through the assistance of images - not through the adoration of the images themselves.. [ii], 1-138, 1-594, [ii]. pp Première…

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    Hanoverae [Hanover]: In Officina Foersteriana, 1731. First edition. Original vellum boards. Black inked title to spine. Frontispiece showing Carolus Magnus (Charlemagne) holding up the church. Red and black title page. Dedication page. Introductions and preface, text. A couple of attractive woodcuts. Complete with index, errata etc. All edges red. The vellum and text are both clean and tidy, in this beautiful work. Written at Charlemagne's command, this is an account, in four books, of the Second Council of Nicaea (787). This council largely dealt with the heresy of Iconoclasm, and rather, permitted the adoration of Jesus, Mary, and Saints through the assistance of images - not through the adoration of the images themselves.. [ii], 1-138, 1-594, [ii]. pp Première édition. Planches vélin d'origine. Titre encré en noir au dos. frontispice montrant Carolus Magnus (Charlemagne) tenant l'église. Page de titre rouge et noir. Page de dédicace. Introductions et préface, texte. Quelques gravures sur bois attrayantes. Complet avec index, errate etc. : Le vélin et le texte sont à la fois propres et bien rangés, dans ce bel ouvrage. Écrit sur l'ordre de Charlemagne, il s'agit d'un récit, en quatre livres, du deuxième concile de Nicée (787). Ce concile traitait en grande partie de l'hérésie de l'iconoclasme et permettait plutôt l'adoration de Jésus, de Marie et des saints à l'aide d'images - et non à travers l'adoration des images elles-mêmes. [ii], 1-138, 1-594, [ii]. pp

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  • Basil Armstrong; or, Under Christ's Banner [and other tales] by KENYON, E.C.
    KENYON, E.C.
    Basil Armstrong; or, Under Christ's Banner [and other tales]

    London: W. Nicholson & Sons, 1890. Scarce. First (and only) edition. Hardcover. In red percaline, with black and gilt title and decoration to front board. Back board with black design. Internally clean, with b/w frontis illustration and two title pages. Some darkening to front and back free endpapers. Undated, but COPAC lists as 1890. 142 pages. 175 x 145 mm (7 x 5¾ inches).

    Book ID: 3021
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  • Biblia Sacra vulgatae editionnis by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    Biblia Sacra vulgatae editionnis Sixti V. Pontificis Max. Jussu Recognita, et Clementis VIII. Auctoritate edita; Versiculis Distincta

    Venetiis [Venice]: Nicolaum Pezzana [Nicolas Pezzana], 1737. A nice copy of this bible, an Eighteenth century Italian Latin vulgate edition. Contemporary vellum binding with title hand written to the spine. The binding is somewhat darkened, particularly to the spine, where the titles are just legible. A little cracking to the edges. Attractive frontis engraved by Zuliani. Title in red and black with vignette. This is clean, with manuscript note to the title. 21 Further engravings to the front of books of the bible. Nice clean impression to both print and engravings. Some light marking to the pages, and a little loss to the edges / corners of a few pages. Overall in good condition. Historiated initials and finials throughout.…

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    Venetiis [Venice]: Nicolaum Pezzana [Nicolas Pezzana], 1737. A nice copy of this bible, an Eighteenth century Italian Latin vulgate edition. Contemporary vellum binding with title hand written to the spine. The binding is somewhat darkened, particularly to the spine, where the titles are just legible. A little cracking to the edges. Attractive frontis engraved by Zuliani. Title in red and black with vignette. This is clean, with manuscript note to the title. 21 Further engravings to the front of books of the bible. Nice clean impression to both print and engravings. Some light marking to the pages, and a little loss to the edges / corners of a few pages. Overall in good condition. Historiated initials and finials throughout. Continuous pagination, with no separate title for the New Testament. Extensive indexes to the end. Pagination: [XXI], 914, [50]. pp. 230 by 150mm (9 by 6 inches).

    . Un bel exemplaire de cette bible, une édition italienne de la vulgate latine du dix-huitième siècle. Reliure contemporaine en vélin avec titre écrit à la main au dos. La reliure est quelque peu assombrie, en particulier au dos, où les titres sont à peine lisibles. Quelques craquelures sur les bords. Attrayant frontis gravé par Zuliani. Titre en rouge et noir avec vignette. L'ouvrage est propre, avec une note manuscrite sur le titre. 21 autres gravures au recto de livres de la bible. Belle impression propre à la fois à l'impression et aux gravures. Quelques légères marques sur les pages, et une petite perte sur les bords/coins de quelques pages. Dans l'ensemble en bon état. Initiales et fleurons historiés tout au long de l'ouvrage. Pagination continue, sans titre séparé pour le Nouveau Testament. Index exhaustifs à la fin de l'ouvrage. Pagination : [XXI], 914, [50]. pp. 230 par 150mm

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    Book ID: 4584
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  • Bishop Burnet's Travels Through France, Italy, Germany, and Switzerland: by BURNET, Bishop Gilbert
    BURNET, Bishop Gilbert
    Bishop Burnet's Travels Through France, Italy, Germany, and Switzerland: describing their Religion, Learning, Government, Customs, Natural History, Trade &c.

    London: T. Payne at Horace's Head, 1750. First Thus. In contemporary full calf binding. With red title label to spine. Binding is rubbed to corners and label partially rubbed away. Includes called for short account of the character of the Bishop, table of contents, and ends with with an advertising leaf. Written by the Bishop to the Honourable Robert Boyle. Title page in red and black text, age toned to edges. Neat ink. Overall good. xxiv, 310 [2] pp. 160 x 110 mm (6¼ x 4¼ inches).

    Book ID: 4688
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  • Born for friendship. The spirit of Sir Thomas More. by BASSET, Bernard
    BASSET, Bernard
    Born for friendship. The spirit of Sir Thomas More.

    London: Burns and Oates, 1965. First edition. Hardback brown cloth, in unclipped dust jacket. This book is "particularly illuminating on the delicate problem of vocation". Both book and dust jacket are in very good condition. 220 pages. 225 x 145 mm (8¾ x 5¾ inches).

    Father Bernard Basset SJ was directly descended from Sir Thomas More, and wrote many books - both serious and humorous.

    Book ID: 3717
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  • Brethren in Iniquity: by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    Brethren in Iniquity: Or, the Confederacy of Papists with Sectaries, for the Destroying of the True Religion, as by Law Establish'd, plainly detected.

    London: Randal Taylor, 1690. Although the Popish Plot was ten years gone by the time this polemic was published, anti-Catholic feeling still ran high. This pamphlet purports to show all of the ways that Papists had attempted to undermine the Church of England since the Reformation. As such, this is almost a literature review of the previous hundred years, summarising Bishop Burnett, Stillingfleet and others, whilst quoting from Parliament and Catholic peers. It is followed by A LETTER OF THE MINISTERS Of the CITY of LONDON, Presented the First of January, 1645. to the Reverend Assembly of Divines sitting at Westminster, by Authority of Parliament, against TOLERATION. This pamphlet has been abstracted from a collection, and so appears as…

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    London: Randal Taylor, 1690. Although the Popish Plot was ten years gone by the time this polemic was published, anti-Catholic feeling still ran high. This pamphlet purports to show all of the ways that Papists had attempted to undermine the Church of England since the Reformation. As such, this is almost a literature review of the previous hundred years, summarising Bishop Burnett, Stillingfleet and others, whilst quoting from Parliament and Catholic peers. It is followed by A LETTER OF THE MINISTERS Of the CITY of LONDON, Presented the First of January, 1645. to the Reverend Assembly of Divines sitting at Westminster, by Authority of Parliament, against TOLERATION. This pamphlet has been abstracted from a collection, and so appears as a disbound item - with the binding marks and stab marks to the spine. No wrapper or cover (now held in a protective sleeve. The top edge of the first couple of pages is beginning to come away - although the binding is still holding securely. A touch of darkening to the front and rear pages, less so inside. There are pencil ticks throughout the work in the margins. Wing B 4382. [4], 67, [1] pp.

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    Book ID: 1747
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  • Catechismus voor 't bisdom van Meaux. Uytgegeven door order van den Doorluchtigen heer. by BOSSUET, Jacques Benigne, Bisschop van Condom
    BOSSUET, Jacques Benigne, Bisschop van Condom
    Catechismus voor 't bisdom van Meaux. Uytgegeven door order van den Doorluchtigen heer. [bound with] Cathechismus van de feest-dagen en andere Hoogtijden en plegtiheden van de Kerk.

    t'Antwerpen: Frederik van Metelen, 1688. An attractive copy of this first edition. Original vellum binding, Black titles to the spine state "Categismus van de Bisschop van Condom." Slight rubbing to the vellum only. Half title. Attractive vignette of the appearance of the Holy Spirit to the apostles to the title page. Ornate initials and decorations to some pages. This is a sammlung of two works. The catechism of the Bishop of Condom, together with the catechism for holy days, Holy Sunday (Easter Sunday) and parish mass. Text in Dutch. Internally clean and tidy, the binding is slightly shaken, but overall in good, sound condition. [20], [i], 246, [viii], 122, [iv]. pp 140 by 190mm (5½ by 7½ inches). Conforms…

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    t'Antwerpen: Frederik van Metelen, 1688. An attractive copy of this first edition. Original vellum binding, Black titles to the spine state "Categismus van de Bisschop van Condom." Slight rubbing to the vellum only. Half title. Attractive vignette of the appearance of the Holy Spirit to the apostles to the title page. Ornate initials and decorations to some pages. This is a sammlung of two works. The catechism of the Bishop of Condom, together with the catechism for holy days, Holy Sunday (Easter Sunday) and parish mass. Text in Dutch. Internally clean and tidy, the binding is slightly shaken, but overall in good, sound condition. [20], [i], 246, [viii], 122, [iv]. pp 140 by 190mm (5½ by 7½ inches). Conforms to FirstSearch / WorldCat OCLC: 65540156.

    . Un bel exemplaire de cette première édition. Reliure originale en vélin, titres noirs au dos indiquant "Categismus van de Bisschop van Condom". Légers frottements sur le vélin uniquement. Demi-titre. Belle vignette de l'apparition du Saint-Esprit aux apôtres sur la page de titre. Initiales et décorations ornées sur certaines pages. Il s'agit d'un sammlung de deux ouvrages. Le catéchisme de l'évêque de Condom, ainsi que le catéchisme des jours saints, du dimanche saint (dimanche de Pâques) et de la messe paroissiale. Texte en néerlandais. L'intérieur est propre et bien rangé, la reliure est légèrement secouée, mais l'ensemble est en bon état. [20], [i], 246, [viii], 122, [iv]. pp 140 par 190mm (5½ par 7½ pouces). Conforme à FirstSearch / WorldCat OCLC : 65540156.

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  • Attractive signed sketch
    Cathédrale Saint-Maclou - Pointoise. by LEMASSON, Albert.
    LEMASSON, Albert.
    Cathédrale Saint-Maclou - Pointoise.

    Paris: S.P, C1935. An original ink sketch of the Cathédrale Saint-Maclou, Pontoise by Albert Lemasson. It shows the detailing of one corner of the exterior of the cathedral. A sketch in ink, and signed in ink by the artist to the bottom right. 50.5cm x 33cm. The work has, clearly been hung at some point, and has the remnant of tape to the rear. Overall a very clean sheet, with just a touch of darkening. A nice sketch. Cathédrale Saint-Maclou in Pontoise, France, is a Roman Catholic cathedral blending Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance styles. Originally built as a parish church in the mid-12th century, it was elevated to cathedral status in 1966 upon the creation of the Diocese of…

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    Paris: S.P, C1935. An original ink sketch of the Cathédrale Saint-Maclou, Pontoise by Albert Lemasson. It shows the detailing of one corner of the exterior of the cathedral. A sketch in ink, and signed in ink by the artist to the bottom right. 50.5cm x 33cm. The work has, clearly been hung at some point, and has the remnant of tape to the rear. Overall a very clean sheet, with just a touch of darkening. A nice sketch. Cathédrale Saint-Maclou in Pontoise, France, is a Roman Catholic cathedral blending Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance styles. Originally built as a parish church in the mid-12th century, it was elevated to cathedral status in 1966 upon the creation of the Diocese of Pontoise.. Albert Lemasson was a French painter (1892-1982. He was classically trained and entered the École nationale supérieure des beaux-arts in Paris in 1919. Lemasson specialized for about 25 years mainly in church decoration through frescoes, often working with his brother Paul Lemasson. Besides frescoes, he painted a variety of works including portraits, landscapes, and scenes from his travels in France, Italy, Spain, and Greece using oil, watercolor, ink, and other mediums. He exhibited his works in several galleries in Paris, Nantes, and Bordeaux over many decades.

    . Esquisse originale à l'encre de la cathédrale Saint-Maclou, à Pontoise, réalisée par Albert Lemasson. Elle montre les détails d'un coin de l'extérieur de la cathédrale. Esquisse à l'encre, signée à l'encre par l'artiste en bas à droite. 50,5 cm x 33 cm. L'œuvre a manifestement été accrochée à un moment donné et présente des traces de ruban adhésif au dos. Dans l'ensemble, la feuille est très propre, avec juste une légère trace de noircissement. Une belle esquisse. La cathédrale Saint-Maclou de Pontoise, en France, est une cathédrale catholique romaine mêlant les styles roman, gothique et Renaissance. Construite à l'origine comme église paroissiale au milieu du XIIe siècle, elle a été élevée au rang de cathédrale en 1966 lors de la création du diocèse de Pontoise. Albert Lemasson était un peintre français (1892-1982). Il a suivi une formation classique et est entré à l'École nationale supérieure des beaux-arts de Paris en 1919. Lemasson s'est spécialisé pendant environ 25 ans principalement dans la décoration d'églises par des fresques, travaillant souvent avec son frère Paul Lemasson. Outre les fresques, il a peint diverses œuvres, notamment des portraits, des paysages et des scènes de ses voyages en France, en Italie, en Espagne et en Grèce, utilisant l'huile, l'aquarelle, l'encre et d'autres techniques. Il a exposé ses œuvres dans plusieurs galeries à Paris, Nantes et Bordeaux pendant plusieurs décennies.

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  • Certaine sermons or homilies, appointed to be read in churches : In the time of the late Queen Elizabeth of famous memory. And now thought fit to be reprinted by authority from the King's most excellent Majesty. by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    Certaine sermons or homilies, appointed to be read in churches : In the time of the late Queen Elizabeth of famous memory. And now thought fit to be reprinted by authority from the King's most excellent Majesty. [Bound together with] The Second Tome of Homilies, of Such Matters as Were Promised and Entituled in the former part of the Homilies.

    London: John Norton for Joyce Norton, 1633. A nice copy of this two volume work, unfortunately lacking the title page to Volume I. The volume starts on gather A. Original full leather boards, with a touch of bumping / edgewear to the boards. Recent spine with titles and date to the spine. There is a little water staining to the work, particularly to the edges, and a slight nicking to the edges of the blank front end paper. Some darkening / foxing, again particularly to the edges. Owner's inscriptions to the inside front board and to the 2nd end paper. (IWe think what is laid in as the first end paper is a later addition, when the spine was…

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    London: John Norton for Joyce Norton, 1633. A nice copy of this two volume work, unfortunately lacking the title page to Volume I. The volume starts on gather A. Original full leather boards, with a touch of bumping / edgewear to the boards. Recent spine with titles and date to the spine. There is a little water staining to the work, particularly to the edges, and a slight nicking to the edges of the blank front end paper. Some darkening / foxing, again particularly to the edges. Owner's inscriptions to the inside front board and to the 2nd end paper. (IWe think what is laid in as the first end paper is a later addition, when the spine was replaced - the second end paper appears from condition and inscriptions to be the original one). Also lacking is leaf 3I2 (page 99/100) with the text here also lacking. Bizarrely, a full page plate, dating from 1814 has been laid in to face page 275. This is an engraving by Wm Craig and L. Brown, showing national liberty crushing the nations of Europe. This is perhaps laid in here as it is opposite an homily against Disobedience and Wilfull rebellion. This long homily, published in various forms, is important, as it was part of the celebrations following the failure of the rebellions against Queen Elizabeth I. To the end of the work is "A thankesgiving for the suppression of the last rebellion."
    1-98, [vi], 1-98 101-320 [iv]. 290 x 210 mm (11½ x 8¼ inches).

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    Book ID: 1977
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  • Chimes: A Benedictine Quarterly Review by Monks of Buckfast Abbey
    Monks of Buckfast Abbey
    Chimes: A Benedictine Quarterly Review Volume III (3) Number XI. July 1923

    Edition: First Edition

    Buckfast, Devon: Buckfast Abbey, 1923. First edition. A very nice copy of this Benedictine Quarterly Journal. Full of period Catholic adverts, articles, book reviews and poetry. Front illustration of Buckfast Abbey in 1829. A decent copy. The paper covers are a little darkened and marked. The yapped edges are slightly nicked and have a few small closed tears. Internally clean and tidy throughout. [viii], 141-208., [vi] pp.

    Book ID: 1102
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  • Chimes: A Benedictine Quarterly Review by Monks of Buckfast Abbey
    Monks of Buckfast Abbey
    Chimes: A Benedictine Quarterly Review Volume III Number 3. New Series July- September 1929

    Edition: First Edition

    Buckfast, Devon: Buckfast Abbey, 1929. First edition. A very nice copy of this Benedictine Quarterly Journal. Full of period Catholic adverts, articles, book reviews and poetry. Pale blue paper covers with silver decoration to the front cover. Frontis illustration of the Bishop of Plymouth (Bishop Barrett) Articles include a translation of the original document of "The Surrender of Buckfast Abbey". There is also a photograph of detail from the Buckfast choir stalls tipped in. To the rear is an attractive colour illustrated folding advert for a clerical outfitters in Exeter. A decent copy. The paper covers are a little faded to the edges. The yapped edges are slightly bruised. Internally clean and tidy throughout. 111-162., [xi] pp.

    Book ID: 1103
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  • Chimes: A Benedictine Quarterly Review by Monks of Buckfast Abbey, Devon
    Monks of Buckfast Abbey, Devon
    Chimes: A Benedictine Quarterly Review Volume III (3) Number XII. October 1923

    Edition: First Edition

    Buckfast, Devon: Buckfast Abbey, 1923. First edition. A very nice copy of this Benedictine Quarterly Journal. Full of period Catholic adverts, articles, book reviews and poetry. Frontis illustration of Dom Vonier (second Abbot of Buckfast). A decent copy. The paper covers are a little faded. The yapped edges are slightly nicked and have a few small closed tears. Internally clean and tidy throughout. The binding of the paper wrapper is coming away to the top edge, but is still holding. [vii], 209-282., [vi] pp.

    Book ID: 1105
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  • Collected Poems 1935-1946. by GILBEY, Jack
    GILBEY, Jack
    Collected Poems 1935-1946.

    Edition: First Edition

    London: Burns, Oates and Washbourne Ltd, 1946. Original cream covered paper covers over cream boards. Titles to both boards and wrapper. There is a frontis photograph of Gilbey at work, and a facsimile of a letter from the Apostolic delegate with a message from the Pope accepting the dedication of the book to him. This book comprised the collected poems from Gilbey's six earlier volumes, and an additional 40 poems included here. frontis photograph Captain Jack (John Newman) Gilbey b.1888 was the older brother of Alfred Newman Gilbey, RC priest and long-time Catholic chaplain of Cambridge University. He was the author of several collections of devotional poetry. 228pp.

    Condition: The wrapper has a couple of small closed tears to it, and some foxing / marking, including faint water damage. There is also light water marking to the front board. Internally the book is clean and tidy throughout, with just a touch of foxing to the pages.

    Book ID: 1240
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