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Illustrated "Short Stories" Complete Set by Guy de Maupassant with Signed Letter
Item Details
This limited edition publication was printed exclusively for members of the St. Dunston Society. It is numbered 7 and signed by managing editor Robert Arnot to Vol. I’s limitation page. A pasted-in signed letter by Guy de Maupassant with an attached English translation is also included with Vol. I. The boards are bound in full-grain red morocco with gilt tooled accents.
| Title and Author/Editor | Short Stories of the Tragedy and Comedy of Life (Guy de Maupassant; preface by Paul Bourget and introduction by Robert Arnot) |
| Genre | Literary and Classic, Short Stories |
| Binding | Embossed leather |
| Publisher or Printer | M. Walter Dunne |
| Publication Year | 1903 |
| Period | Early 20th Century, Antique |
| Place of Publication | New York |
| Edition Statement | Editor’s Autograph Edition |
| Language | English |
| Authentication | Not Authenticated |
| Signed | Yes |
| Signed by | Guy de Maupassant, Robert Arnot |
| Complete Set | Yes |
| Volumes | I–XVII |
| Number of Books | 17 |
Condition
- generally tight bindings and hinges; light rubbing, discoloration, and wear to boards; slightly bumped spines and corners; page toning and foxing.
Dimensions
1.25" W x 9.25" H x 6.5" D
- measures one volume.
Item #
ITMGH27907
