La main gauche

First edition on ordinary paper.
Contemporary half mustard-colored Bradel binding over marbled paper boards, gilt floral motif to spine (slightly sunned), double gilt fillet and date to foot of spine, title-label in chocolate brown shagreen, covers preserved (the upper cover mounted on guards).
Autograph inscription from Guy de Maupassant to Philippe Gille "... son dévoué confrère et ami...[his devoted colleague and friend]"