Early mention of New France

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Лот 5 | Early mention of New France
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LESCARBOT, Marc (c.1570-1641). Le tableau de la Suisse et autres alliés de la France és hautes Allemagnes. Paris: chez Adrian Perier, 1618.

Lescarbot’s innovative poem about Switzerland, with a reference to Canada as Nouvelle France in the dedication. An unusual work by one of the most famous characters of New France, who had accompanied an expedition to Acadia in 1606 and wrote prolifically in both poetry and prose. Sabin 40179.

Quarto (227 x 175mm). Engraved armorial headpieces, woodcut initials and ornaments, woodcut device on title (occasional spots and dust-soiling, top edge of title slightly chipped). Early vellum. Provenance: JE (monogram bookplate).
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