NECKER (Jacques). Account given to the king, by Mr. Necker, director general of finances. In the month of January 1781. Printed by order of his majesty. Paris, Imprimerie Royale, 1781. In-4, half marbled basane, spine decorated, title page in red marble (contemporary binding).
Counterfeit of the first edition, illustrated with a folding table, and 2 engraved watercolored folding maps (carte des gabelles and carte des traites).
Published in January 1781, the last year of Necker's first ministry, the account seeks to introduce some transparency into the functioning of the royal administration by making public for the first time the accounts of the nation. Necker detailed the functioning of the royal finances, the principles of administration, and the financial situation of the country.
A good copy.
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