Nimes. English Edition

Paperback. This title is part of the Bibliotheque Regionaliste (Regional Library) series of publications on various provinces of France. An introductory statement says that the Regional Library "treats of everything concerning the life of the provinces; studies the history, traditions, legends, literature, popular songs, costumes . of all the French regions; gives information on all manifestations of Individualism in France and abroad; and in its publications and propaganda aims at provincial renascence." This is quite a tall order! It is especially interesting to see how this mission is manifested in a publication just prior to the beginning of World War I. Nimes itself is a historic city in Southern France that is particularly noted for its Roman influence. The book's Introduction begins "'The South of France', writes Alexander Dumas in his Travel Notes, 'is so grand and so Roman that Rome itself appears to lose guandeur and beauty in comparison.' This flattering statement is especially applicable to Nimes." Octavo. Yellow paper wrappers with black title to front wrapper and to spine. Minor browning and soiling to exterior. Minor yellowing to edges of pages. Else is clean and bright with photographic illustrations throughout. Many pages unopened. 135 pages. French Travel. FRETRA/022216.…