André Castelot - Napoleon - 1969

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Exceptional complete 10-volume series of the monumental biography of Napoleon Bonaparte, written by the famous historian André Castelot.

This reference work brings the imperial epic back to life with historical precision and a captivating narrative style.
Special Edition for the Bicentennial
This is the deluxe edition published by Tallandier in 1969, on the occasion of the bicentennial of Napoleon's birth.

Binding: Full publisher’s red-bordeaux leather, richly adorned on the boards and spine with gilded imperial motifs (Eagles and Bees).
Gilding: Top edges gilded.
Contents: About 4,000 pages illustrated with numerous period documents, maps, and black-and-white engravings.
Technical details
Author: André Castelot.
Publisher: Tallandier.
Year: 1969 (Bicentennial).
Format: 10 volumes in-8 (approximately 18 x 12 cm).

Condition
Overall in very good presentation, gilding still bright.

Note: As these are works over 50 years old, the books may show some signs of wear (slightly rubbed spines or corners, small marks on the leather).

Please carefully consult the photos which are an integral part of the description to appreciate the details and any minor imperfections.

Exceptional complete 10-volume series of the monumental biography of Napoleon Bonaparte, written by the famous historian André Castelot.

This reference work brings the imperial epic back to life with historical precision and a captivating narrative style.
Special Edition for the Bicentennial
This is the deluxe edition published by Tallandier in 1969, on the occasion of the bicentennial of Napoleon's birth.

Binding: Full publisher’s red-bordeaux leather, richly adorned on the boards and spine with gilded imperial motifs (Eagles and Bees).
Gilding: Top edges gilded.
Contents: About 4,000 pages illustrated with numerous period documents, maps, and black-and-white engravings.
Technical details
Author: André Castelot.
Publisher: Tallandier.
Year: 1969 (Bicentennial).
Format: 10 volumes in-8 (approximately 18 x 12 cm).

Condition
Overall in very good presentation, gilding still bright.

Note: As these are works over 50 years old, the books may show some signs of wear (slightly rubbed spines or corners, small marks on the leather).

Please carefully consult the photos which are an integral part of the description to appreciate the details and any minor imperfections.

Details

Number of books
10
Subject
Biographies and memoirs, History, Napoleon
Book title
Napoleon
Author/ Illustrator
André Castelot
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1969
Edition
Special edition
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Tallandier
Number of pages
4000
BelgiumVerified
Private

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