Rare copy of "Observations on the government and laws of the United States of America". It was written by M. l'Abbé De Mably in 1784 and published by J.F. Rosard & Cie. This book tells us about the witnessing of the beginnings of american laws, discusses the challenges of an emerging democracy and provides a profound reflection on freedom and the sprouting justice system.
M. l'Abbé de Mably (as a well known philosopher of his time, known for his ideas on popular souvereignity) explains his enlightened vision on the formation of a just government in a new, fast developing country. An essential text for political history enthusiasts, testifying to the genesis of the ideas that shaped Western democracies.
The binding is in good condition, the book is preserved in its original period full brown leather, with a slightly trimmed edge, causing light material loss and small tears in the upper cover, slightly bumped corners, red pigmented edges, a decorated spine and gilt titling.
The interior is also in good condition, with some foxing on the title page, otherwise clean, with pretty headbands and lamp bases.