1902 - The French Classical Romances (11-Volume Set)- Decorative Green Cloth Editions | Collier & Son

A wonderfully preserved 11-volume grouping from “The French Classical Romances” series, published in 1902 by P. F. Collier & Son. These elegant editions showcase some of the most celebrated 19th-century French novelists, translated into English and presented in matching green cloth bindings featuring gilt accents, fleur-de-lis motifs, and decorative title labels to each spine.

Originally issued as a 20-volume series, this offering includes eleven volumes—each with a frontispiece portrait protected by a tissue guard, crisp typography, and clean interiors. A charming shelf display with consistent color, design, and literary richness.

Included Titles
    •    The King of the Mountains — Edmond About
    •    Mauprat — George Sand
    •    Captain Fracasse — Théophile Gautier
    •    The Nabob — Alphonse Daudet
    •    Abbé Constantin & A Marriage for Love — Ludovic Halévy
    •    Pierre & Jean — Guy de Maupassant
    •    The Romance of a Poor Young Man — Octave Feuillet
    •    Samuel Brohl & Company — Victor Cherbuliez
    •    Brigadier Frederick & The Dean’s Watch — Erckmann-Chatrian
    •    Mlle. de La Seiglière — Jules Sandeau
    •    The Chartreuse of Parma — Stendhal

(11 volumes total)

Condition: Very Good.

Size: 5 1/2” × 8 1/4”

A distinguished and visually beautiful set—ideal for collectors of French literature, decorative libraries, or anyone who loves the charm of early 20th-century cloth-bound classics.