Description
1913 American Book Company edition. Blue hardcover has some wear and corner and edge wear. Pages are clean. Binding is secure.
This charming early 20th-century edition of “Petit Bleu” by the celebrated French novelist Gyp offers a delightful glimpse into the world of Belle Époque Paris. Gyp, the pen name of Countess Gabrielle de Martel de Janville, was renowned for her witty, satirical novels that skewered the foibles of the French aristocracy. “Petit Bleu,” first published in 1900, is a delightful tale of romantic intrigue and social commentary, edited for American students by F. Th. Meylan.
Despite its age, this copy remains in good condition, with a sturdy binding and clean pages, allowing readers to immerse themselves in Gyp’s sparkling prose and vivid characters. The well-worn blue hardcover, with its endearing corner and edge wear, bears the gentle patina of a book well-loved by generations of readers. For collectors, this edition represents a fascinating artifact of early 20th-century publishing and the dissemination of French literature in America. Readers will delight in the opportunity to experience the wit and charm of one of France’s most celebrated novelists in this charming vintage edition.
