Essais Livre Second

This hardcover book is in good condition, with a solid binding and clean pages. As an ex-library copy, it contains typical library markings and stamps, including those from the Denver Public Library. There is no dust jacket, and the cover shows minimal wear, with library labels affixed to the spine.

This edition of "Essais: Livre Second, Chapitres XIII à XXXVII" by Michel de Montaigne was published by Société les Belles Lettres in 1931 in Paris. The book is part of the esteemed "Les Textes Français" collection, intended to provide authoritative texts for scholars and enthusiasts of French literature. Montaigne, a pivotal figure in the development of the essay form, offers profound insights into human nature and thought. This edition, established and presented by Jean Plattard, is a valuable resource for those interested in philosophy and classic French essays. The book's binding is a sturdy hardcover, though it lacks a dust jacket. Notably, this copy is an ex-library edition, with markings from the Denver Public Library, indicating its previous use in a public collection. Collectors and readers will appreciate this as a piece of literary history, reflecting both the timelessness of Montaigne's work and its scholarly appreciation over the decades.