Robert Laffont

First edition, one of 25 numbered copies on vélin de Lana, the only large-paper copies; ours is one of the few copies marked hors commerce.

A rare and attractive copy.

First edition, one of 20 numbered copies on Lana rag vellum, the only deluxe issue together with a few hors commerce copies, likewise on Lana rag vellum.

A rare and attractive copy.

First edition of the French translation; no deluxe copies were issued.

A rare and attractive copy.

New edition published a few months after the first.

A handsome copy.

Fine signed autograph inscription by Henri Charrière to René Lafon, founder in 1927 of the legendary Montparnasse restaurant "La Coupole": "René Lafon, to be named Lafon may not always carry much resonance, but that this Latour should be the founder of 'La Coupole' is a title of great distinction. For at 'La Coupole', one not only eats well, but the service, the welcome, the spirit, and the attentiveness are exceptional — and all of that, the public owes to you. I congratulate you. Papillon."

First edition of the French translation, for which no deluxe paper copies are mentioned.

Spine wrinkled, as often.

Illustrated.

Inscribed and signed by Man Ray to Claude Nardin.

First edition, with no deluxe paper issue stated.

An attractive copy, complete with its publisher’s wraparound band; "Moi, dit Pierrot, je les mettrais pas entre toutes les mains..."

A few scuffs to the band.

Rare signed autograph inscription from Bertrand Blier to Germaine Beaumont.

Two years later, Bertrand Blier adapted his novel for the screen, starring Patrick Dewaere, Gérard Depardieu, Miou-Miou, Jeanne Moreau and Brigitte Fossey in the leading roles. 

First edition, one of 100 copies numbered on pur fil du Marais, the deluxe issue.
A handsome copy, despite a few insignificant foxing spots at the head of the upper cover.

In 1955, the book was splendidly adapted for the screen by Jean Delannoy, starring Jean Gabin, Robert Dalban, Serge Lecointe, Anne Doat and Jimmy Urbain.