First edition on ordinary paper, falsely stated 10th edition. Half black morocco over marbled paper boards by Goy & Vilaine, spine in six compartments, mention "Ex. Lucien Descaves" to foot of spine, marbled endpapers and pastedowns, covers and spine preserved, top edge gilt. Handsome autograph inscription by Marcel Proust to Lucien Descaves on the first free endpaper. A very good copy in a handsome binding.