SPIRITE
Book Details + Condition: Arno Press (New York). First Edition thus, 1976. Part of Arno Press' hard-to-find "Supernatural & Occult Fiction" collection. Facsimile reprint of the original publication by Théophile Gautier, originally released in 1877. Hardcover with purple boards and silver titling to front and spine. 293 pages, with full-page illustrations. Gautier’s novel is a work of fantasy, telling the story of a young man named Albert who becomes obsessed with a beautiful and mysterious woman named Spirite. Albert is convinced that Spirite is a supernatural being and becomes determined to uncover her truth. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Albert finds himself drawn into a world of magic and danger. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the supernatural and its exploration of themes of love, obsession, and the unknown.
From the massive occult collection of King Lawrence Parker - academic, dissertation author, and book collector extraordinaire. Scarce book is in near-new, unread condition, with firm binding, bright boards, and a clean interior. Please see our other listings for more rare Arno Press publications.
