Le Deuxieme Sexe (The Second Sex)
- SIGNED
- Paris: Gallimard, 1949
Paris: Gallimard, 1949. Reprint. Near Fine. Early reprint. Two volumes, both signed and inscribed by Simone de Beauvoir on the half-title page. Bound in French art bindings with marbled paper over red morocco spines stamped in gilt, with original wrappers bound in, in a matching customs yellow cloth slipcase with curved red morocco accents at the top and bottom of the opening. Near fine with toning to pages and occasional paper repair. A striking copy of this important feminist work, in which the author discusses the treatment of women throughout history.
Details
Title
Le Deuxieme Sexe (The Second Sex)
Author
Beauvoir, Simone de
Condition
Near Fine
Publisher
Gallimard: Paris
Date
1949
Edition
Reprint