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Mémoires D'un Bibliophile
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Letters & EssaysGeneral Antiques & CollectiblesGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781142470005
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 3 2010
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Mémoires d'un Bibliophile, by Jean Baptiste Tenant De Latour, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of a 19th-century French book lover. This collection of essays provides insights into the author's passion for books, his experiences as a collector, and his reflections on the literary landscape of his time.
Written in elegant French prose, the book explores various aspects of bibliophilia, from the thrill of the hunt for rare editions to the intellectual and aesthetic pleasures derived from reading. The author shares anecdotes about his encounters with other book enthusiasts, his discoveries in libraries and bookshops, and his thoughts on the art of book collecting.
This work will appeal to readers interested in French literature, book collecting, and the history of reading. Mémoires d'un Bibliophile offers a unique window into the mind of a dedicated bibliophile and the cultural milieu in which he lived.
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