1854 Antique Book: The Knout and The Russians; or The Muscovite Empire, The Czar and His People by Germain De Lagny. Illustrated
$45
Posted about 1 year ago in Cantonment, FL
Condition: Other (see description)
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1854 Antique Book: The Knout and The Russians; or The Muscovite Empire, The Czar and His People by Germain De Lagny. Translated from the French by John Bridgeman. Illustrated The Knout and The Russians is a critical account of Russian society, government, and culture during the 19th century. The book, published in 1854, presents a detailed and often harsh portrayal of life under the autocratic rule of the Russian Tsars (Czars), focusing particularly on the oppressive aspects of the regime. This 170 year old book is in overall fair condition for its age: • Cover: fairly heavy wear, see pictures • Spine: marks/brown spots and wear at ends. Cloth is tearing along side in back • Pages: age marks/water marks/brown spots, folded corners and small tears. Section of pages is loose and 2 pages are detached • Edges: uneven with age marks and darkening • Binding: slightly shifted • Measures approximately 7.5" x 5" Please see all pictures as well to help determine condition (zoom in) and ask questions if needed. Thanks for looking!
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