M. Ph. Le Bas - Suède et Norwége - 1838

Superb illustrated edition of 60 plates hors-texte and a geographical map on a folding plate. This collection offers an in-depth description of these two Scandinavian kingdoms from a perspective that is geographical, historical and cultural -

A detailed presentation of the natural setting highlights the vast forests, the countless lakes, the mountains and the harsh climates that shape the ways of life. An analysis of historical origins traces the formation of the Nordic peoples from ancient times to the modern era -

An evocation of political institutions describes the organization of the monarchies, the administrative systems and the legal traditions. Particular attention is paid to the mores and customs of the inhabitants -

Precise observations concern daily habits, religion, education and forms of sociability. A study of the economy sheds light on dominant activities such as agriculture adapted to climatic conditions, forestry and maritime trade -

M. Ph. Le Bas - Sweden and Norway - 1838 - Firmin Didot Frères -
565 Pages.

Good condition of the binding, work in its half-leather binding with corners of edition, slight signs of wear, some minor defects on covers and spine, beautiful marbled edges, smooth spine adorned with gilded motifs, gilded title, gilded lines on the covers -

Good interior condition, browning, text in two columns, work enriched with 60 plates hors-texte and a geographical map on a folding plate, marbled endpapers in good condition, a fine copy -

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