New York: Claude Kendall, 1932.
 
First thus, second printing. 8vo. Ixx, 284pp.  Hardcover. Original yellow boards, black spine with gold title. Decorative end-papers and 7 plates by Jeanette Seelhoff. Slightest bumping to corners of front and rear boards else in fine condition.
 
Once described as the most sickening work of art of the nineteenth century Mirbeau’s novel explores debauchery and sexual euphoria.
 
£75.