Early edition of Impressions by Pierre Loti, with an introduction by Henry James, published by Brentano’s, New York, in 1900 (MDCCCC). This decorative Art Nouveau–era volume features its original green cloth binding with gilt tree motif, and a striking red floral title page design.

Henry James’s introduction provides an important critical lens, situating Loti’s romantic, exotic style within the broader context of 19th-century French literature.

• Author: Pierre Loti

• Introduction: Henry James

• Publisher: Brentano’s, New York

• Year: 1900 (MDCCCC)

• Format: Hardcover, decorative cloth binding

• Topic/Subject: French Literature, Travel Writing, Literary Criticism

• Pierre Loti, Henry James, Brentano’s, 1900, Art Nouveau, antique book, French literature

Condition:

Acceptable to Good. Covers show notable wear, including stains on the rear board and rubbing/wear to the spine. Some fraying to cloth at edges. Binding remains intact and holding, though aged. All pages present; interior is generally clean and legible, with light age toning consistent with its 125 years.