The scarlet gown or the history of all the present cardinals of Rome. Wherein is set forth the life, birth, interest, possibility, rich offices, dignities, and charges of every cardinal now living. Also their merits, vertures, and vices· Together with the cariage of the Pope and court of Rome. Written originally in Italian, and translated into English by H.C. Gent.

Abstract

Author's dedication signed: N.N. A translation of: La giusta statera de'porporati. Translator's dedication signed: Henry Cogan. Title page in red and black. The frontispiece is signed: T. Cross sculpsit. Running title reads: The just weight of the scarlet gowns. P. 164 misnumbered 162. With two final contents leaves. Annotation on Thomason copy: "May. 24.". Reproduction of the original in the British Library.