First edition on ordinary paper, fictitiously stated the 42nd edition.
Important autograph inscription from Colette to Vicountess Jeanne de Bellune "... à mon frère et ami Jeannot / affectueux souvenir...[to my brother and friend Jeannot / affectionate souvenir…]”, also signed by Willy.
A slight lack to foot of spine, small stains to foot of lower cover.
A handsome copy with an extraordinary provenance.