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François Antoine POMEY & Andrew TOOKE The pantheon, representing the fabulous histories of the gods, and most illustrious heroes, in a short, plain, and familiar method, by way of dialogue. For the use of schools

François Antoine POMEY & Andrew TOOKE

The pantheon, representing the fabulous histories of the gods, and most illustrious heroes, in a short, plain, and familiar method, by way of dialogue. For the use of schools

Printed for J. F. and C. Rivington…, London 1787, In 12 (11x17,5cm), relié.


Certainly erroneous entry of 28th edition, the 1824 edition is itself rated 25th. Illustrated with 28 full-page plates in the style of the late eighteenth unsigned. The first edition and contained only the following seven figures. The first edition of this book seems to date from 1694 Full Calf marbled contemporary. Smooth back features 5 jewels and wheels framing. Part of title in red morocco. Top cap partly missing, ditto for the tail cap. 2 corners bumped. Friction. Slot head to the upper jaw. This book Pomey, author of the seventeenth century, was translated by Andrew Tooke. It contains an index of names of all the gods of mythology. Reading is interesting in more ways than one, Pomey explaining the meaning of mythological allegory, we learn that Moses would Bacchus. The boards represent gods and deities, along with medals. --- Please note that the translation in english is done automatically, we apologize if the formulas are inaccurate. Contact us for any information!

450 €

Réf : 22299

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