Munster, Perrenon, 1769. 8vo. Bound in a very nice contemporary half calf binding with four raised bands and richlty gilt spine. Center and corners of boards with gilt flower ornamentation. Small paper-label to upper part of spine. Traces from label (ex-libris?) having been removed from verso of front board. A nice and clean copy. 143 pp.
The exceedingly rare second edition of Brument’s attempt at a sequel to Rousseau's ""La Nouvelle Héloïse"" with the story revolving around Henriette, the daughter of Julie de Wolmar, a central character in Rousseau's novel. The first edition was published in Geneve in 1768 – both editions are of the utmost scarcity and are rarely found in the trade. “Henriette de Wolmar” is part of a broader trend in the 18th century where Rousseau's “La Nouvelle Héloïse” inspired numerous derivative works, including sequels, parodies, and adaptations – all early examples of fan-fiction. The success of Rousseau's novel sparked a wave of creative responses, as readers and writers sought to expand, reinterpret or critique the original story. In Rousseau's original work, “La Nouvelle Héloïse”, Julie is portrayed as a virtuous woman who navigates the complexities of love, duty, and social expectations. Brument's sequel, however, shifts the narrative focus to Julie's role as a mother, particularly highlighting her possessiveness and jealousy towards her daughter. This jealousy serves as the central conflict of the story illustrating the psychological and emotional turmoil that can be within family relationships. Provenance: Valdemar's Castle.
[A. Le Brument, Librairie de la Bibliothèque Publique] - LE BRUMENT, A.
Reference : 48549
(1867)
1 vol. in-8 br., A. Le Brument, Librairie de la Bibliothèque Publique, Rouen, 1867, 77 pp.. Rappel du titre complet : Catalogue de la Bibliothèque de feu M. André Pottier, Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur, Conservateur de la Bibliothèque publique et du Musée Céramique de la ville de Rouen, Directeur du Musée départemental d'Antiquités, Président de la Société des Bibliophiles Normands, Membre de l'Académie des Sciences, Belles-Lettres et Arts de Rouen, dont la vente aura lieu lundi 25 novembre [ 1867 ] à la Salle de Vente, rue des Carmes, 45, à Rouen [ Edition originale ]
Edition originale de cet intéressant catalogue, dans lequel le prix de la plupart des éditions rouennaises ou normandes a été indiqué en marge. Bon état (couv. lég. frottée avec deux petites taches).
A.J. Butcher, brument frederic (traduction)
Reference : RO20251079
(2008)
ISBN : 226806624X
EDITIONS DU ROCHER. 2008. In-12. Broché. Bon état, Couv. convenable, Dos satisfaisant, Intérieur frais. 274 pages. . . . Classification Dewey : 820-Littératures anglaise et anglo-saxonne
Classification Dewey : 820-Littératures anglaise et anglo-saxonne
Seddon Peter Dhorasoo Vikash Beauchamp Thierry Brument Frédéric
Reference : 100050366
(2010)
ISBN : 2753805814
Alphée 2010 355 pages 14x21x4cm. 2010. Broché. 355 pages.
proche du neuf
Une plaquette de 32 pages, format 150 x 210 mm, illustrée, brochée couverture couleurs, publiée en 1988, Editions L'Est Républicain, bon état
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