[GESUITICA] - MONTMIGNON, Jean-Baptiste (1737-1824) - Scelta di Lettere Edificanti Scritte dalle Missioni Straniere preceduta da Quadri Geografici. Milan: Ranieri, Fanfani, 1825-1829. A copy in excellent contemporary binding of the first Italian edition of this collection of letters from Catholic missionaries written from exotic countries, from the Ottoman Empire to the Chinese Empire. The work is enriched by fine plates in contemporary coloring that represent the local uses and customs and episodes of martyrdom of the missionary fathers. . 18 parts in 9 volumes, 8vo (215 x 148mm). Contemporary binding with morocco spine, decorated in blind and gilt, title gilt on spine morocco label, plates in marbled paper (some wear to covers). (9)

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