[Spain]. Bulletin of the Acts of the General Government of Catalonia. Volume one. From May 23 to December 31, 1810. From N°1 to N° 9, inclusive. Barcelona, by J. Alzine and P. Barrera, [1810]. In-8, XI p., [1] f., 145 p., [3] f. (table), contemporary havana racine basane, smooth and decorated spine, salmon basane title-piece, gilt roulette bordering the boards, red speckled edges (some rubbing, one corner dull). First volume of this publication which ratifies the authority of the Duke of Taranto as governor-general of Catalonia. It will end on September 28, 1811 after the publication of the 19th bulletin. Provenance: modern French seminary stamp on title.

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