Rare 18th-century heraldry manual: La Nouvelle Méthode Raisonnée du Blason, pour l’apprendre d’une manière aisée, by Père Claude-François Menestrier, Jesuit scholar. Printed in Lyon by the Frères Bruyset in 1734. This small in-12 volume (17 × 10 cm), comprising 298 pages, is a classic treatise on heraldry presented in a clear question-and-answer format. It is richly illustrated with numerous finely engraved plates depicting coats of arms, heraldic devices, and armorial compositions, making it both instructive and visually appealing. Bound in contemporary full leather with a richly gilt-decorated spine. The binding shows wear and some staining consistent with its age. The interior remains generally clean, with marginal worming to a few pages, not affecting the readability of the text. Occasional minor marks are present, as expected for a book of this period. A charming and collectible example of an early heraldic work, desirable for collectors of armorial studies, early printed books, and illustrated volumes.