Darys Jacques (2 results)

Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. A rare pulp tour guide to the more underground Paris, with listings of brothels, here euphemize, but barely, as "Maisons de Rendez-Vous". Three pages of such listings, all of which are given as "Madame" this or that -- Madame Leroy, Madame Berry, Madame Ginette, etc. etc. 68 in all, all coming with non-specific addresses, meaning the Foubourg or street name is given, but not the street number or other info that would be enough to get you there without further inquiry. The addresses do show to us, though, that such pleasure-seeking could be found in easy distance from virtually any part of the city! N.d., but BNF listing gives 1932 date. 12mo. 17.5 by 10.5 cm. Unpaginated, 50 leaves of pulp paper, or 100 pages thus, and six leaves of glossy paper, these each containing a b/w photo plate, full page, of a Parisian nightspot, entertainer and/or louche atmosphere. Glossy sheets all blank on one side. Scarce, with only copies listed on OCLC First Search at BNF and a Swedish library. The latter's listing doesn't quite correspond to our book in its points, but we will assume it is indeed the same thing or close enough. We know nothing about the author other than his name, and we think it is likely that "Jacques Darys" is a pseudonym, quite possibly, if so, for an author of some repute at the time. The lists of places to go also include places with no notoriety, such as the list of cinemas, of theatres and of ticket agents. But there are lists of night clubs, restaurants du nuit, dancehalls and music-halls that could have sordid entries, of course. A curious aspect of this tour guide is that there is proferred a sixteen chapter novella -- the chapters are very short -- about a visitor to Paris who takes in its salacious delights. This story is rendered in both French and English. The notion clearly was to titillate and inspire the man looking for a good time, or to be more specific, the sexual tourist. And let's face it -- Paris has forever been a magnet for its lurid charms as much as for its high culture, and much of its irresistible charm for many derives from its bounty both high and low that can be partaken in quick succession. Not to be ignored are the photos in the book. The frontis shows a contortionist. The next photo features a topless violinist, and back then, topless was even naughtier than it would be viewed as later. Other photos are of dancing in a bar that is the type of dive depicted in countless movies set in Paris -- indeed, the type of bar that became a cliche of sorts. The final photo is of a dancer wearing a skimpy costume a la Josephine Baker, and someone who does indeed, resemble Ms. Baker, but shorter, and clearly not the legendary entertainer herself. Tamer, perhaps, are photos of dancers doing the cancan, and of a pianist in a Art Deco-ish Montparnasse nightclub, This was issued as a cheap throwaway paperback, and thus the highly acidic pulp paper is heavily browned. The cover has wear along its edges, which mainly takes the form of a very slender loss of the surface blue. Overall, though, we can't imagine a copy surviving in better shape than this one, and given what it is, we grade it Near Fine, and one could make a case that it is in Fine condition, but again, that is relative to other paperbacks or softbound books of this age, or even half this age.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1932. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Pages:- 116, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 116 116.