Joseph

Fourth edition statement, illustrated with a portrait frontispiece by Cochin and 9 figures by Marillier in frames with captions; printed on strong paper. An edition in 2 volumes in-18 was published at the same time.
Full red morocco binding with long grain (Russia leather) slightly later. Smooth spine decorated in grotesque style with a central tool and semi of stars; roll at head and tail. Gilt title. Boards decorated with a series of border rolls, foliage, Greek keys, chains, dentelles... Dotted roll on edges, Greek key border inside. All edges gilt. Except for one yellowed gathering, very fresh throughout. Small brown speckling on boards. Beautiful binding, elegant, in the taste of Bozérian.
Bitaubé's reputation was already solidly established since his translation of the Iliad when he gave this epic poem in prose inspired by the story of the Hebrew patriarch, who envied by his brothers was sold to a caravan of merchants, etc. The work quickly achieved enough success to see several editions and be translated in several European countries.

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