French Stories / Contes Français: A Bantam Dual-Language Book

The book is in fair condition, showing visible signs of wear typical for an ex-library copy. The cover has wear and a library sticker on the spine. The pages are yellowed with age but remain intact and legible. There is no dust jacket, as is common for paperbacks. Overall, the book is structurally sound despite its age and previous library use.

This is the Bantam Language Library edition of "French Stories | Contes Français: A Bantam Dual-Language Book," edited by Wallace Fowlie and published by Bantam Books in December 1964. The book presents a collection of classic French stories with English translations, making it a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of French literature. Wallace Fowlie, a noted scholar, provides translations, critical introductions, and vocabulary notes, offering readers insights into both the language and the literary context. This edition is part of a series designed to enhance language learning through literature. The book is a paperback, showing signs of use typical of library circulation. While this edition is not a first printing, it remains a sought-after copy due to its educational value and dual-language format. Condition details reveal wear consistent with its age and usage, but all text remains legible and intact.