Masterpiece Library of Short Stories Vol. V – French | Sir J.A. Hammerton | Anti

Classic early 20th century anthology from The Masterpiece Library of Short Stories series, focusing on French and Belgian authors. Includes works by Guy de Maupassant, Anatole France, Alphonse Daudet, Jules Claretie and others. Edited by Sir J. A. Hammerton.

A solid, weighty volume with period typography and engraved portrait plates. Good decorative shelf piece as well as a readable anthology.

Condition
Good antique condition
Heavy rubbing and mottling to red cloth boards
Spine worn but intact, lettering still legible
Corners bumped
Pages age-toned with light foxing in places
Binding sound

Details
Title: The Masterpiece Library of Short Stories – Volume V: French (French & Belgian)
Editor: Sir J. A. Hammerton
Publisher: The Educational Book Company Ltd, London
Format: Hardcover (cloth bound)
Era: c. 1900s–1910s

Features
– International anthology series
– French literary classics
– Period portrait plates
– Decorative cloth binding

Ref: 26003