Gustave Masson — La Lyre Francaise

London, Macmillan and Co. Limited , 1903. Leather. A beautifully bound copy of this French poetry anthology, compiled by English-born educational writer, George Masson A later edition of this collection. From the publisher's Golden Treasury Series. In full signed crushed morocco by Bayntun, decorated with gilt.A charming anthology of French poetry and songs compiled by educational author and translator, George Joseph Gustave Masson. Born to a French father and English mother, Masson wrote many books on French literature and history, whilst editing numerous French classics for English students. This collection features an additional series of notes in English to the rear, including mini biographies or contextual histories of the poems. In full signed crushed morocco by Bayntun. Externally, excellent, with minor shelf wear and a couple faint marks to the rear board. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean pages. Contemporary ink inscription to the front endpaper. Near Fine . Ill.: None. Near Fine .