The history of the French Academy. Erected at Paris by the late famous Cardinal de Richelieu, and consisting of the most refined wits of that nation. Wherein is set down its original and establishment, its statutes, daies, places, and manner of assemblies, &c. With the names of its members, a character of their persons, and a catalogue of their works / Written in French, by Mr. Paul Pellison.

  • Pellisson-Fontanier, Paul, 1624-1693
Date:
1657
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Credit: The history of the French Academy. Erected at Paris by the late famous Cardinal de Richelieu, and consisting of the most refined wits of that nation. Wherein is set down its original and establishment, its statutes, daies, places, and manner of assemblies, &c. With the names of its members, a character of their persons, and a catalogue of their works / Written in French, by Mr. Paul Pellison. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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