BERKELEY, George. Recherches sur les vertus de l'eau de goud - Lot 138

BERKELEY, George. Recherches sur les vertus de l'eau de goudron , où l'on a joint des réflexions philosophiques sur divers autres sujets. Published in Amsterdam by Pierre Mortier in 1745. In twelve / In-12 (17cm) format. Brown calf. Ribbed spine decorated with gilt flowered boxes. Red edges. Contemporary binding. XXIV-343 pages. Repaired on first cover and split at foot of second cover, but interior in good condition. First French translation of the study of tar water by the physician-turned-bishop of Cloynes. This medicinal solution, used until the 20th century, is a mixture of water and fir sap. According to Berkeley, the latter was used in America as a preventive against smallpox. In good condition.