Ceux qu on oubli Inscribed Copy by André Valton First Edition WWI Poetry

A wartime poetic work, Ceux qu’on oublie, by André Valton, written in response to the First World War and dedicated to those affected by the conflict of 1914 1918. This copy is preserved in its original printed wrappers and features a presentation inscription by the author, written in purple ink: À mes beaux parents avec l expression de mes sentiments affectueux signed André Valton The inscription suggests a personal family presentation, adding an intimate dimension to a work rooted in the broader emotional and commemorative context of the war. The volume includes a portrait of the author and remains complete. Condition is good, with: Noticeable toning and spotting to wrappers Light wear and handling marks Internally clean, with inscription clear and well preserved Ceux qu on oublie… belongs to the body of commemorative literature produced in the immediate aftermath of the First World War, reflecting on loss, memory, and the human cost of the conflict. The dedication within the text to those who suffered and fell during the war places the work firmly within this tradition of remembrance. The present copy gains further interest through its inscription, revealing the authors personal connection to the volume and situating it within a private, familial context rather than purely commercial circulation. Condition; Good (Original wrappers, toned and spotted; light wear; internally complete; inscription clear) Offered by Atlas Rare Books, specialists in rare and antiquarian books.…