Commiers Claude (3 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is comprised of prophecies, or "oracles," written by Rome's esteemed female seers, the Sibyls. With its roots in ancient tradition, this book finds its place within the wider sphere of folklore and mythology. The author peels back layers of literary history to showcase oracles covering matters of the heart, the future, and life decisions. Beyond the mystical element, the author examines the role of the Sibyls and their impact on Roman history and culture. In these oracles, readers will find guidance and insight. This book not only provides a glimpse into the oral traditions of antiquity, but it also sheds light on the powerful role of women in shaping the spiritual landscape of their times. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

in-8, gravure en frontispice, titre, (22)-169-(7)-169-(27)-60-(2) pages, ex-libris manuscrit: "Victorin Joanes", "Dorgeval", trace d'encre sur le frontispice ; Reliure: pleine basane, dos à nerfs, tranches rouge, mors fendus sur 3 centimètres, plats légéreemnt frottés.

Paris, Libraires Associés, 1770. 3 parties reliées en un volume petit in-8, plein veau marbré de l'époque, dos à nerfs orné de compartiments fleuronnés et cloisonnés, tranches rouges, (24), 169, (7) p.; 169 p. et (26), 60, (2) p. Edition la plus complète, "presque triplée de texte" (Guaita), de ce classique de la divination: divination mathématique, astrologie et bibliomancie, augmentée d'une seconde partie et suivie, de 'La Fortune des Humains' sous page de titre et pagination particulières. Nombreux tableaux, valeurs des lettres, valeurs des chiffres, valeurs des jours en planètes, correspondances des uns avec les autres, etc. (Caillet, 2530. Dorbon, 840). Accrocs à la coiffe supérieure. Bon exemplaire.