Collectif - Journal des Demoiselles - 1857

Exciting edition of this illustrated magazine aimed at young girls from the bourgeoisie and aristocracy, which combines education, entertainment, and moral prescriptions within an elegant editorial framework.

This issue features a variety of articles: historical and geographical stories to broaden general knowledge, advice on conduct and piety to shape character, lessons in literature and sciences suitable for a female readership, as well as practical sections on fashion, needlework, and domestic arts.

The collection is enriched with picturesque engravings, often depicting costumes or uplifting scenes, which enhance the visual appeal and didactic aspect.

The magazine's orientation reflects the values of the 19th century: to instill in young female readers a comprehensive education that aligns with expected social roles, by marrying knowledge, virtue, and elegance.

Collective - Journal of the Young Ladies - 1857 - At the Journal's Office
384 pages.

Good condition of the binding, work in its half calf of edition, signs of wear, tear on the upper cap, rubbed corners and edges, mottled edges, smooth decorated spine, gilded titling.

Good interior condition, slight stains, work enriched with black and white engravings in and out of the text, as well as a magnificent color plate, texts in two columns.

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