Excerpt from Le Spectre de Chatillon, Vol. 5
Le choix était excellent, et le zèle, l'intelligence, la probité de M. Godard garantissaient les succès futurs de l'en.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an enthralling historical account of two passionate collectors and the lengths they will go for a rare artifact. Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, the story follows the rivalry between the wealthy aristocrat and antiquarian, M. de Chastagnac, and the modest Fournier, a self-taught collector with an eye for hidden treasures. As their rivalry intensifies over the possession of a rare gold coin, the narrative explores the complexities of obsession, greed, and the lengths to which individuals will go to satisfy their desires. The author paints a rich tapestry of the social and intellectual milieu of the time, shedding light on the fierce competition and camaraderie among collectors. Through the lens of this captivating rivalry, the book delves into the very nature of antiquarianism and the profound human motivations that drive collectors. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781334888120_0
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