The Red and the Black [Full Leather]

Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, 1980. [1980] Hardcover. AUTHENTIC LEATHER FINE BINDING - NOT THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER, SIMULATED LEATHER, FACSIMILE, PRINT ON-DEMAND, OR THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING. Translated by C.K. Scott-Moncrieff. Introduction by Hamilton Basso. Illustrated by Rafaello Busoni. Deep red leather features lettering and design in 22kt gold leaf. All edges in beautiful gilt. Four raised ridges on back (spine), moiré fabric endpapers, archival-quality paper, Smyth-sewn pages (not glued), satin page marker, 450 pages. Condition: Book is Fine, new, in gift-giving condition. [Some books online have been read, but described as New. This book was never read.] Book kept in a temperature-controlled room; free of the smells of smoke from cigarettes or cigars. French author Stendhal (pseudonym of Marie-Henri Beyle) has written one of the most challenging, most original, and most complex stories of the 19th century. This novel, The Red and the Black, is about an assertive, ambitious young man, Julien Sorel, who uses seduction as a method for advancement. The title of the book is a reflection of Sorel's anxiety and tensions, and to the conflicting choices he is faced with in his forward-thinking quest for success: The military (symbolized by the color red) or the church (symbolized by the color black). This is a "must read" for readers who want a sophisticated story that focuses on personal career, politics, fear in Restoration France, and the common person's materialistic values. Very engaging story. A collectible, new, full leather binding. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . Leather-Bound. Fine. Illus. by Rafaello Busoni.