Bidspirit auction | 1732 -1734 HISTORY OF POPES

1732 -1734 HISTORY OF POPES 5 VOLUMES ANTIQUE IN FRENCH PROHIBITED BY CHURCH - Histoire des Papes, depuis St. Pierre jusqu'a... Benoit XIII inclusivement. by Francois Bruys 5 volumes, complete set The Hague, Scheurleer 1732-34 Size 7 3/4 by 10” With engraved frontispiece, 5 title vignettes, and 1 text vignette. Original leather with gilt decorated spines First edition Very good condition, minor wear. - Francois Bruys (1708-1738) converted to Protestantism at the age of twenty, but returned to the fold of the church two years before his untimely death; This change of heart had no influence on the ban on the work; the papal history was placed on the index in 1750 (Catalogue des ouvrages mis a l'index, 2nd ed., Paris 1826, p. 155 - Index librorum prohibitorum). If it is truly based on the work of a Moorish man, given the generally high level of scholarship, it is surprising that the work was viewed so negatively - perhaps the author's false beliefs played a major role in this. - Exlibris ”Dampierre” in the first volume Text in Latin. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.