In 12° (mm 148x85); 8 pages, p. 433, [1].Coeval hardback with manuscript title on spine.First edition of this rare work, valuable for the history of Lake Maggiore.The chapters are dedicated to the descriptions and history of the noble and notable families of the pleasant localities of Verbano; it deals with the lake as a waterway for transporting goods, the quality of the healthy air, the fertile land and the "spices of fish" produced. A fine specimen despite professionally restored shortcomings in the lower inner margin. Missing from Lozzi, Platneriana, 175- 6 'rare'; Manno IX32672: 'very rare'