The Red and the Black. Chronique du XIXe siècle. Paris, A. Levavasseur, 1831.
2 volumes in-8 of (3) ff, 398 pp; (2) ff, 486 pp, (1) f.: half red morocco with corners, smooth spines decorated throughout, entirely untrimmed, printed and decorated covers preserved (V. Champs).
First edition, very rare.
The titles are decorated with vignettes by Henry Monnier, repeated on the covers.
The one in volume I represents Julien Sorel appearing to Madame de Rênal near a confessional; the one in volume II, Mathilde de la Mole holding Julien Sorel's head.
A fine copy, entirely untrimmed.
The covers, preserved, have been lined.
Provenance: Ch. Morizet, with ex-libris, and Pierre Duché, with ex-libris (I, 1972, no. 112).
(Bibliothèque nationale, En français dans le texte, 1990, no. 247.)
We use cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience, perform site traffic analysis, and deliver content and advertisements most relevant to your interests.
Cookie management:
By allowing these cookies, you agree to the deposit, reading and use of tracking technologies necessary for their proper functioning. Read more about our privacy policy.
