André Malraux / Walter Spitzer - La Tentation de l'Occident & Les Noyers de L'Altenburg - 1961

Superb numbered edition 3054 on watermark laid paper from Barjon papeterie of Moirans and illustrated with beautiful original lithographs by Walter Spitzer -

This philosophical and literary work examines the cultural differences between Europe and Asia, as well as the spiritual and moral questions raised by the encounter of two great civilizations -

First published in 1926, this text belongs to Malraux's early works and testifies to his interest in foreign cultures, the crises of modern civilization, and the search for meaning in a world undergoing profound transformation -

The work adopts the form of an epistolary exchange between two fictional characters, A.D., a young Chinese intellectual who discovers Europe, and Ling, his correspondent who remains in China -

André Malraux / Walter Spitzer - La Tentation de l'Occident - 1961 - Imprimerie Nationale -
120 Pages.

Very good condition of the binding, the book in its full original hardcover, binding protected by a sheet of cellophane, light signs of wear, smooth titled spine, superb blind-embossed motif on the boards -

Very good interior condition, title page printed in red and black, the work enriched with beautiful original lithographs by Walter Spitzer, copy number 3054 on watermark laid paper from Barjon papeterie de Moirans, text clean, interior fresh -

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