[HOLBACH (baron d'). On religious cruelty. London [Amsterdam, Marc-Michel Rey], 1769. In-12, red morocco, triple gilt fillet, ornate smooth spine, interior roulette, gilt edges (contemporary binding).
First French edition, translated by Baron d'Holbach (Vercruysse, 1769-D1).
Filled with curious anecdotes and philosophical reflections on the persecutions carried out in the name of religion, the cruelties of the Inquisition, the exactions committed at the instigation of Protestant pastors, etc. (Caillet, n°5216).
Copy in contemporary morocco, with corrections in ink on p. 197.
Slight wetness on a few leaves, some foxing. Hinges and covers restored.
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