Marcel Pagnol / Dubout - César - 1949

Superb numbered edition 2178 on large white vellum and illustrated, which closes with tenderness and humor by bringing together the emblematic characters of the Vieux-Port in a dramatic comedy where secrets, regrets, and reunions weave a poignant plot -

Twenty years have passed: Marius, formerly at sea, has become a mechanic in Toulon; Fanny, abandoned but faithful to her duty, is now Panisse's wife, a wealthy merchant near death; and César, Marius's father, still embodies the Marseillais verve, popular wisdom, and paternal love -

The intrigue centers on the revelation of Césariot's true paternity, Fanny's son, raised by Panisse but biologically Marius's child, which triggers a series of confrontations, confessions, and reconciliations, where honor, truth, and love triumph over social conventions -

Pagnol's style, both lyrical and familiar, brings to life savory dialogues, deeply humane characters, and a vibrant Mediterranean atmosphere -

Dubout's illustrations, full of whimsy, caricature, and tenderness, amplify the comedy of situations while underscoring the emotional and moral dimension of the tale -

Marcel Pagnol / Dubout - César - 1949 - Editions du Livre Monte-Carlo -
286 + 282 pages.

Very good condition of the binding, book in its full original red cover, binding protected by cellophane (though it shows slight wear), light surface wear, smooth spine, white lettering on the front and spine -

Very good interior condition, title page printed in red and black, book enriched with numerous color illustrations out of text including frontispiece and on double-page spreads and black vignettes, clean text, fresh interior, one of 3000 numbered copies on large white vellum, this one numbered 2178 -

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