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Numbered first edition of L'Abbesse de Castro from 1945 by Stendhal (1783-1842) in slipcase. Richly illustrated by Jacques Lechantre (1907-1977) with 10 full-page color illustrations (lithographs).
Published in 1000 numbered copies (this is N° 495).
Publisher: Éditions du Marais, Paris 1945
Stendhal, pseudonym of Marie-Henri Beyle, was a 19th-century French romantic writer who combined both romantic and realistic influences in his work. In "L'Abbesse de Castro" a frustrated bandit in love tries to enter the monastery where his lover is locked up.
Very good condition (no stains or foxing). The slipcase shows signs of age and use, see photos, these are part of the description.
Illustrated literature, numbered edition, French, rare.