Histoire civile et ecclesiastique du comté d'Evreux

First edition, rare, illustrated with three folding plates showing the interior of a tomb discovered in 1685.
Modern full parchment binding with flaps, beautiful pastiche of a contemporary Dutch binding in perfect condition. Red morocco title label. Paper yellowed. Pp. 330 and 331 with stains and soiling. Restoration to leaves 49 and 51 with a paper strip at the center of the work.
Composed of two parts, the narrated history itself and Les Actes et preuves, The work extends from the origins of the County of Evreux until 1682. The organization and style are clear and concise, and the whole abounds with erudition, particularly regarding antiquities. One will consult with appetite the acts and proofs on this subject. A very interesting subsection has been added by the author on the office of Constable of Normandy.
This history is the work of Pierre Le Brasseur, librarian to Chancellor d'Aguesseau, native of Evreux, to whom the work bears its dedication.