Librarian Brunet Handbook for the Bookseller and Book Collector 1842

Description

This Manuel du libraire et de l'amateur de livres published in 1842 by Jacques‑Charles Brunet is a fundamental reference work for bibliophiles and book professionals. Written as a methodical dictionary, it lists printed works in Europe from Gutenberg's invention to the mid‑19th century, arranging them alphabetically by author, title, or subject. Brunet develops a critical analysis of editions, variants, and conditions, thus providing a valuable tool for the identification and appraisal of antique books. The copy offered here, typical of 19th‑century editions, comes in six volumes in-8°, bound in demi‑chagrin rouge (half red calf), with a smooth spine adorned with gold fillets and compartments, marbled boards, and retains a solid binding despite the signs of wear inherent to its age.