Autographed commentary, 1859.

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Autographed commentary, 1859.

The inscription is dated 9 April 1859 and reads "Fiat lux." The signature is difficult to decipher but appears to read simply "Guizot."

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Guizot, François, 1787-1874

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François Pierre Guillaume Guizot (1787-1874) was a French historian and statesman. A constitutional monarchist, he was one of the most significant politicians during Louis Philippe's July Monarchy, holding various offices including Minister of Education (1832-1837) and Prime Minister (1847-1848). He was forced to resign from politics during the Revolution of 1848 and afterward focused on his work as a historian. From the guide to the François Guizot Letter, 1848, (Special Collection...