B 1863 New Testament in French Brown leather with gold embossing on spine.
Notes
"La Sainte Bible," published in 1863, is a significant edition of the Holy Bible in French. This version, which includes both the Old and New Testaments, was carefully translated to be accessible to French-speaking Christians. The 1863 edition is known for its attention to linguistic precision and its effort to remain faithful to the original texts. It holds historical importance for its role in making biblical teachings widely available to the French populace during the 19th century, reflecting the religious and cultural contexts of its time.
Description
Pocket size brown leather, marble end papes, four raised bands, black stain on top right front binding, good condition.
