Restif de la Bretonne; Henri D'Almeras — La Vie de Mon Pãƒâ¨Re

Paris, Louis Michaud , 1910 . Paperback. An illustrated edition of Restif de La Bretonne"s La vie de mon père, offering an annotated glimpse into 18th-century French life and morality. In the publisher's original pictorial paper wraps.This copy is undated. Dated here using Jisc from copies held at the University of Bristol Libraries, King's College London Libraries & Collections, and University of Leeds Library.Restif de La Bretonne, born Nicolas-Edme Rétif, also known as Rétif (1734–1806), was a prolific and frequently controversial French writer, known for his candid portrayals of 18th-century society, particularly its sexual and social scenes. In this work, Restif reflects on the life and values of his father, often contrasting rural virtue with the perceived corruption of urban life, with an introduction by Henri d'Alméras, a noted literary historian. This volume is part of the part of the "MÂÂoeurs légères au XVIIIe siècle" series, and features numerous original monochrome illustrations and documents. In the publisher's original pictorial paper wraps. Externally, generally smart. Wraps a little soiled with one or two handling marks. Rubbing and bumping to extremities, especially the spine. 1 inch or so of loss to tail of spine, and around 1cm of loss to the head of spine. Two significant splits, and around 2 inches of tearing at joint, partially exposing the binding. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages bright and clean if slightly age toned. The odd spot to fore edge. Good . Ill.: Various. Good .