Cinq-Mars; ou, Une Conjuration Sous Louis XIII.

The book is bound in a red library hardcover, showing typical signs of wear associated with ex-library editions, including library stamps and catalog markings. The binding is intact, with no dust jacket present. The pages exhibit some age-related toning, but they remain clean and legible. Overall, the book is in good condition for its age, with sturdy covers and minimal internal markings.

This edition of "Cinq-Mars; ou, Une Conjuration Sous Louis XIII" by M. Alfred de Vigny was published in 1869 by S. R. Urbino, Libraire-Éditeur, in Boston. The novel, a seminal work in French literature, explores the historical intrigue and conspiracies during the reign of Louis XIII. Alfred de Vigny, a key figure in French Romanticism, provides a rich narrative that blends historical facts with fiction. This particular copy is an ex-library edition, previously housed in the Public Library of the City of Denver, as indicated by library stamps and markings. The absence of a dust jacket and the library binding suggest a focus on durability. This edition is a valuable find for collectors of historical fiction and those interested in French literary history, offering a glimpse into 19th-century interpretations of past events.