De Tribus Impostoribus, A. D. 1230: The Three Impostors Translated (with notes and comments) from a French manuscript of the work written in the year 1716, with a dissertation on the original treatise and a bibliography of the various editions

A witty catalogue of literary sins opens this volume, ringing out the quirks of hoarders, pretenders, and collectors who prize appearance over substance. The opening verses set a playful, almost confessional tone that draws the listener into a world where books become both obsession and accusation. From there, the work unfolds as a faithful translation of a 1716 French manuscript, complete with scholarly footnotes that illuminate the text’s layered humor.

The heart of the book is a meticulous investigation into a supposedly lost pamphlet that has haunted scholars for centuries. The editor retraces a trail of catalogues, correspondence, and marginalia, revealing how myths about medieval figures and secret societies were woven into the treatise’s reputation. For anyone fascinated by the history of ideas, the quirks of bibliophilia, or the thrill of uncovering a literary mystery, this edition offers a richly annotated listening experience that celebrates curiosity itself.