Published in 1544, “Die Kleyn Furstlich Chronica” by Kasper Sturm delves into the history of the world, covering the four monarchies from the beginning of time to the twilight of the Roman Empire.

Featuring over 30 pages of illustrations including many portraits of significant historical figures such as Julius Caesar, Jesus Christ, and many more.

This is the first and only edition known to have survived over the last 480 years, in private hands, rebound in a rare antiphonary leaf from the 1600s, one of the three liturgical books used for the Divine Office.

This book is in excellent condition for its age with a firm and beautiful binding.

This unique edition provides a glimpse into the pre-16th-century history and is the only surviving copy known to be in private hands after 480 years of its original publication, WorldCat finding only 2 in private institutions/libraries.

Kaspar Sturm, born in Oppenheim in 1475, began his career at a law office and was later commissioned by the Nuremberg Council to report on political events to the German Reich.

Sturm’s influence extended beyond chronicling, with his friendship with Martin Luther further solidifying his place in history.

Being an admirer of Martin Luther, Sturm played a crucial role in protecting Martin Luther during his journey to the Diet of Worms in 1521, a moment immortalized in the stained glass windows of St. Catherine’s Church.

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