Graziella

by A. De Lamartine

Translated by Ralph Wright

With 30 Illustrations by Jacquier

London: The Nonesuch Press

1929

First Edition Thus

Limited Edition of 1600 copies, of which this is number 1107.

Octavo, 190 pages, publisher's original color pictorial cloth covered boards. With a transparent mylar jacket. Illustrated throughout. Printed on Arches Paper. Lacks the slipcase. Some minor wear, else in very good + condition.

Graziella by Alphonse de Lamartine is a moving tale of love and loss set against the vibrant backdrop of Naples. The story follows a young Frenchman who, seeking adventure and solace, journeys to Italy and finds himself captivated by the serene beauty of the Mediterranean. There, he meets Graziella, a humble and gentle fisherman's granddaughter, whose grace and simplicity stir his soul. Their friendship gradually blossoms into a profound love, capturing the essence of youth’s idealistic passion. However, as with many Romantic tales, fate intervenes, and their love becomes a bittersweet memory etched in the narrator's heart. Through poetic and evocative prose, Lamartine explores the depths of human emotion, the power of nature, and the melancholy of unfulfilled desires, creating a timeless narrative that resonates with readers who have ever known the ache of a lost love.

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