Rare 1907 Racine et Shakespeare Oxford Edition by Stendhal (Henri Beyle)

Condition: Good

Condition Notes: This rare edition is in good vintage condition. The red hardcover is well-preserved with minor wear along the edges, typical of a book of this age. The interior pages show some light tanning, but they remain clean and legible. The binding is firm, and there are no significant tears or markings within the text.

Publication Year: 1907

Format: Hardcover

Language: English

Book Title: Racine et Shakespeare

Author: Stendhal (Henri Beyle)

Publisher: Oxford at the Clarendon Press

Topic: Books

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

"Racine et Shakespeare" is a significant work by the renowned French author Stendhal (Henri Beyle). This edition, published in 1907 by Oxford at the Clarendon Press, is part of the Oxford Higher French Series and is edited by Léon Delbos, M.A. The book delves into the contrasting literary styles of Racine, a classical playwright, and Shakespeare, a representative of Romanticism, reflecting on the broader conflict between classical and romantic literature.

Product Details:

• Author: Stendhal (Henri Beyle)
• Title: Racine et Shakespeare
• Editor: Léon Delbos, M.A.
• Publisher: Oxford at the Clarendon Press
• Year of Publication: 1907
• Series: Oxford Higher French Series
• Language: French
• Binding: Hardcover

Condition:

This rare edition is in good vintage condition. The red hardcover is wellpreserved with minor wear along the edges, typical of a book of this age. The interior pages show some light tanning, but they remain clean and legible.  The binding is firm, and there are no significant tears or markings within the text.

Features:

• Rare 1907 Edition: A valuable collectible for enthusiasts of French literature and rare books.
• Insightful Content: A critical examination of two contrasting literary giants—Racine and Shakespeare—through the lens of Romanticism and Classicism.
• WellPreserved: Despite its age, this book remains in impressive condition, making it a treasured piece for collectors.

This edition of "Racine et Shakespeare" is a musthave for collectors of rare books, especially those with a focus on French literature and literary criticism. It is also an excellent resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Stendhal's work.