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Published 1799, Lubingen, Germany by Johann Georg Gottaschen. c. 250 pages. Text in German. Weekly periodical, includes issues from October, November, December 1799. [a cross between a magazine and weekly newspaper]. The Allgemeine Zeitung was the leading political daily journal in Germany in the first part of the 19th century. It has been widely recognized as the first world-class German journal and a symbol of the German press abroad. Attractive antiquarian 1/2 leather binding, smooth spine, gilt bands, gilt title lettering on contrasting leather label, marbled covers. The Allgemeine Zeitung (lit. ‘general newspaper’) was founded in 1798 by Johann Friedrich Cotta in Tübingen. The works of Schiller and Goethe were published on its pages. Johann Friedrich, Freiherr Cotta von Cottendorf (April 27, 1764 – December 29, 1832) was a German publisher, industrial pioneer and politician. We often over-describe any flaws that many sellers would not even bother to mention since most people would overlook them as minor and unworthy of comment. Many people tell us the books they receive from us are nicer in person than they appears on the screen. We want you to be clear about what you are buying, so we take numerous photos and try to describe it openly and honestly. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

    Dimensions:
  • 8.25" x 9.75"
  • Condition:
  • Very Good Condition with no missing or torn pages. Binding age worn but still appealing, leather and joints slightly rubbed but still supple, remains overall very attractive as an object.

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April 10, 2023 6:00 PM EDT
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