Traité Physique et Historique de L'Aurore Boréale
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This is the stated second edition, published by L'Imprimerie Royale (Paris) in 1754, of Jean Jacques Dortous de Mairan's "Traité Physique et Historique de L'Aurore Boréale" (570 body pages, plus xxii index pages). The cover (app. 8" x 10.375") has been restored by Le Soleil (Quebec) as indicated by their stamp to the bottom of the front inside cover. This is structurally sound, with a straight and securely attached spine, and with no looseness at the hinges. However, the leather spine has notable surface wear, with material missing to various areas (see photo). The four raised bands have minor wear, but are good overall, as is the gilt title and author section (see photo). This appears to have been the property of an organization, though I've been unable to decipher the name. There are no card pockets or like attachments, but there is the residue of a small stamp to the inside front cover, and there are several blind-embossed, but faded indications on several pages. There are also some pages - I believe only end pages - that have pinhole identifiers. The last word in both is Quebec, but I still can't figure out the first word (or two), My feeling is that this may have been a municipal copy. However, that's neither here nor there. There are no other stamps, attachments or writings. There is recurring foxing and a number of spot stains, but these are minimal for the book's age. There are no prominent stains, only a few shallow edge tears, and no fade to the lettering or illustrations, all of which are in excellent condition. The 17 fold-out illustrations are in particularly good condition, with no notable tears or additional creases
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