Antique Book, 1885 Sans Famille (1 & 2/Tome Premier & Second), H Malot, E. Dentu

Antique Book, 1885, Sans Famille (1 & 2 / Tome Premier & Second), Hector Malot, E. Dentu

This sale is for the antique books one and two of the French books, "Sans Famille" which roughly translates as "Without a Family" and was written by Hector Malot. This edition was published in 1885 by either "Librairie De La Société Des Gens De Lettres" or "E. Dentu" in Paris. These are hardcover books with original red cloth with what looks like gold coloured gilt in the indented writing and diagram on the front cover and the flat raised parts of the spine.

Overall, The books are in very good condition considering their age (please see the pictures and description below). There is an inscription on the title page of the first book which looks like it is written in pencil. Unfortunately, I am unable to read what it says though I have included a picture.

This book would make an excellent gift for collectors of classic books and those looking for stories for children. 

Book description from Google:-

"Sans Famille is an 1878 French novel by Hector Malot. The most recent English translation is Alone in the World by Adrian de Bruyn, 2007. The novel was reportedly inspired by the Italian street musicians of the 19th century, in particular the harpists from Viggiano, Basilicata.”

"Young Rémi, a foundling, lives on the farm run by his impoverished foster parents. When their money runs out, unbeknown to his foster-mother, Rémi is sold by his hard-hearted foster father to an old street performer named Vitalis. Vitalis was once a famous opera singer, but became destitute after a tragic love affair."

Book 1 Details:-

Author:- Hector Malot

Title:- Sans Famille (Without a Family) "Tome Premier" Book 1

Edition:- 47th Edition (Quarante-Septième Edition)

Language: French (Français)

Size:- 18.5cm x 12cm x 2.3cm Approx

Date Published:- 1885

Type:- Hardcover

No of Pages:- 345

Print Location:- Paris

Published by:- Library of the Society of Men of Letters (Librairie De La Société Des Gens De Lettres) / E. Dentu

Binding:- Full Red Cloth Back Covers Binding

Book 1 Physical Condition:-

Binding:- Cracked, no lose pages

Pages:- All present, none missing

Condition of Pages:- Some pages have some brown areas (foxing). Personalised inscription in what looks like pencil on the title page.

Spine:- Good condition for the year with some scuffs and wear (see pictures)

Front & Rear Cover:- Good condition for the year with some scuffs, blunted corners and one grey mark on the front cover (see pictures)

Book 2 Details:-

Author:- Hector Malot

Title:- Sans Famille (Without a Family) "Tome Second" Book 2

Edition:- 47th Edition (Quarante-Septième Edition)

Language: French (Français)

Size:- 18.6cm x 12cm x 2.6cm Approx

Date Published:- 1885

Type:- Hardcover

No of Pages:- 420

Print Location:- Paris

Published by:- Library of the Society of Men of Letters (Librairie De La Société Des Gens De Lettres) / E. Dentu

Binding:- Full Red Cloth Back Covers Binding

Book 2 Physical Condition:-

Binding:- Cracked, some semi-loose pages

Pages:- All present, none missing

Condition of Pages:- Some pages have some brown areas (foxing).

Spine:- Good condition for the year with some scuffs and wear (see pictures)

Front & Rear Cover:- Good condition for the year with some scuffs (see pictures)

The listed postage price is for Royal Mail Second Class Record which is a tracked and insured postage method. This price is for the UK only. If outside of the UK, please consults 's Global Shipping for prices to your country or region. Collection from the Hooe area of Plymouth is also welcome.

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