1896 7vol Alexandre Dumas Fils Theatre Complet Prefaces Inedites Antique Books

1896 7vol Alexandre Dumas Fils Theatre Complet Prefaces Inedites Antique BooksTheatre Complet Avec Prefaces Inedites By Alexandre Dumas FilsPublished by Calmann Levy Editeur: Paris 18967 Volume SetEnglish Translation: "Alexandre Dumas Fils Theater Complete With Unpublished Prefaces" "Alexandre Dumas fils (27 July 1824 - 27 November 1895) was a French author and playwright, best known for the romantic novel La Dame aux Camélias (The Lady of the Camellias), published in 1848, which was adapted into Giuseppe Verdi's 1853 opera La traviata (The Fallen Woman), as well as numerous stage and film productions, usually titled Camille in English-language versions."Light wear and fading to covers and spines as shown. Binding is excellent with no loose pages. Pages age toned but otherwise clean with no foxing. Small inscription in Volume 1 as shown. Lacking a blank endpaper in volume 1 only otherwise all volumes complete. Good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.Size 18.5cm x 12.5cm x 2.5cm

1896 7vol Alexandre Dumas Fils Theatre Complet Prefaces Inedites Antique Books

Theatre Complet Avec Prefaces Inedites

By Alexandre Dumas Fils

Published by Calmann Levy Editeur: Paris 1896

7 Volume Set

English Translation: " Alexandre Dumas Fils Theater Complete With Unpublished Prefaces"

" Théâtre Complet avec Préfaces Inédites by Alexandre Dumas fils, published by Calmann Lévy in Paris in 1896, is a comprehensive seven-volume collection of the celebrated playwright's complete dramatic works, accompanied by previously unpublished prefaces and critical reflections. This monumental edition gathers Dumas fils' most important plays — including La Dame aux Camélias, Le Fils Naturel, L'Étrangère, and Denise — alongside his thoughtful essays on morality, social conventions, and the role of theatre in shaping public conscience. The inclusion of new prefaces gives readers valuable insight into Dumas' creative process and his evolving views on the moral responsibilities of art, particularly in addressing themes of love, virtue, hypocrisy, and the position of women in society.

Elegantly produced and richly representative of late nineteenth-century French literary publishing, the set reflects Dumas fils' enduring influence on both stagecraft and moral philosophy. His writing blends realism and sentiment with a didactic purpose, offering both entertainment and ethical reflection. This complete edition is a cornerstone for collectors of French literature and theatre history, appealing to readers interested in the intellectual and emotional landscape of fin-de-siècle France and the enduring legacy of one of its most accomplished dramatists."

Light wear and fading to covers and spines as shown. Binding is excellent with no loose pages. Pages age toned but otherwise clean with no foxing. Small inscription in Volume 1 as shown. Lacking a blank endpaper in volume 1 only otherwise all volumes complete. A beautiful set in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.