THE COMEDIE Humaine HONORE DE BALZAC HC 1897 Subscriber Ed. # 730 Vol XV Illust.

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This product is a hardcover, original edition of "The Comedie Humaine" Vol XV by Honore De Balzac, published by George Barrie & Sons, Philadelphia Pa. in 1900. Private Life Vol. IV. The subscriber edition includes illustrations by Dubouchet after paintings by Cortazzo. Black and white frontis.
Brown cloth boards with title on spine pastedown.
Gilt upper page edges, rough cut page edges.
Very good condition Tight binding, no missing loose or torn pages.
Former owner’s name to fep. Minor wear to tips. Spine ends puckered with minor wear. Light scuffing to rear board. 339 pages. Boards & text block clean.
See photos for exact condition.
The book, written in English, falls under the subject of literature and fiction, making it a valuable collector's item for fans of classic French literature. A rare find for those interested in antique and collectible books, this edition is a unique addition to any library.

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