Description
Paperback cover has some wear, creases and tears. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of Théophile Gautier’s seminal novel “Mademoiselle de Maupin” bears the marks of its journey through time. Published in the Penguin Classics series, this edition presents the groundbreaking 1835 work in Joanna Richardson’s acclaimed English translation. Gautier’s novel caused a literary sensation upon its release, challenging societal conventions with its gender-bending protagonist and celebration of art and sensuality. Widely considered a landmark of French Romanticism, “Mademoiselle de Maupin” influenced countless writers, from the Decadents to the Symbolists. This copy invites readers to immerse themselves in Gautier’s rich, evocative prose and explore the novel’s enduring themes of identity, desire, and the transformative power of beauty. Despite its well-worn exterior, the clean pages and sturdy binding ensure this volume can continue to inspire generations of readers and collectors alike.
