First edition published anonymously and printed in very small numbers on Holland paper. Deferential autograph inscription signed by Henry Gauthier-Villars known as Willy to Carolus de la Haudardière. We include with our copy the complete 12-page autograph manuscript, with deletions and additions that does not appear to be in Henry Gauthier-Villars' hand. Spine faded, boards with parchment covers detached and showing lacks, handsome interior condition despite occasional foxing, printed stamp as bookplate opposite the half-title page.