Histoire du traité de Westphalie

Partly original edition of this newly expanded version, previously published in a single volume in 1727. Supporting documents appear at the end of the final volume, including the complete texts of the Treaties of Münster and Osnabrück.

Contemporary full marbled glazed calf binding. Spines with raised bands decorated with floral tools in gilt compartments. Red morocco labels for titles and volume numbers. Red edges. Small loss to head of volume I and upper joint split at head. Losses along the upper joint of volume IV. One corner slightly worn. Some rubbing. Small tear at foot of volume II and occasional marginal dampstaining at head. A handsome set overall.

Not only did the Peace of Westphalia bring an end to the Thirty Years' War, it also concluded the eight-year conflict between Spain and the Netherlands. It comprises two treaties, those of Osnabrück and Münster. For the first time, European states came together to determine the fate of the continent while respecting national sovereignty. Germany emerged weakened, and France without rival.