Paris

1904 — pp. (8) 140. 12 mo. 180 mm. Top edge gold. Handsome binding of marbled boards backed in red leather, with raised bands and gold lettering. Auguste Dorchain (1857-1930), French poet, was born in Rouen and later lived in Paris. In 1881, his first book is crowned by the French Academy and, is great a triumph for this 24 year-old beginner. Later, this poetic comedy 'Conte D'Avril' was performed to great applause in 1885 and 1891. Dorchain was a leading figure in the circle of French poets at the turn of the century. Fine copy. FR-VOYAGE 3RD FL