First edition on ordinary paper. Precious signed autograph inscription from André Lhôte to Henri Béraud "... hoping he won't find me too boring..." Work illustrated with 16 reproductions of Corot's works. Spine and boards marginally sunned, one corner lacking on the front board, another at foot of spine, foxing to boards, minor interior spotting, light dampstain at head of first leaves. Provenance: from Henri Béraud's library in Ré.