Album zaslužnih Hrvata XIX stoljeća
(Album of Notable Croats of the XIX Century) – In the Croatian language.
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Matićev litografički zavod, Zagreb, 1898-1900.
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Album zaslužnih Hrvata XIX stoljeća is a comprehensive collection of biographies of notable Croats from the 19th century. It was published in 1898 in Zagreb by Milan Grlović and included 150 biographies of distinguished individuals from various fields, including politics, science, military, and culture. Each biography contains detailed information about the individual’s life and work. The album also includes their portraits drawn by Stjepan Kovačević, as well as handwritten signatures.
This ambitious work was the sole effort of Milan Grlović, who collected, completed, and wrote all the biographies. As such, his monumental undertaking is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history of Croatia and its people. It provides an insight into the lives of the country’s most influential figures and gives readers an understanding of the events, movements, and changes that shaped Croatia’s history and culture. Album zaslužnih Hrvata XIX stoljeća is an essential reference for anyone interested in the past and culture of Croatia
The album is missing 11 complete biographies with portraits (35, 53, 54, 55, 57, 61, 67, 68, 69, 84, 140), 2 portraits (4, 13), and 3 biographies (18, 90, 132).
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Condition: Some light stains due to aging, and few underlinings in the text, the portraits are in very good condition.
Binding: Original hardcover cloth binding. Blindstamped front panels. With numerous spots and stains, the spine cover of the first volume is seriously damaged, with signs of wear and aging.
Dimensions: 35 x 26 cm
Pp.: [6] pages of text, 150 lithographs.
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