The Journals of Jean Cocteau - First Edition (1957, hardcover)

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A rare and compelling first edition of The Journals of Jean Cocteau, published by Museum Press in 1957. Translated by Wallace Fowlie, this volume offers an intimate glimpse into the thoughts and observations of French poet, playwright, artist, and filmmaker Jean Cocteau.

Spanning his reflections on art, politics, mythology, and love, this diary is a window into the complex inner world of one of 20th-century France’s most enigmatic creative minds.

This copy shows notable signs of age and use. There is some water damage to the top portion, causing discoloration to the cover and frontispiece. Age toning throughout and general wear to the cover and spine. Binding remains tight with no missing or loose pages. No annotations present. Overall, the condition is good.

Title: The Journals of Jean Cocteau
Author: Jean Cocteau
Publisher: Museum Press Ltd., London
Edition: First
Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket
Condition: Good

A rare and compelling first edition of The Journals of Jean Cocteau, published by Museum Press in 1957. Translated by Wallace Fowlie, this volume offers an intimate glimpse into the thoughts and observations of French poet, playwright, artist, and filmmaker Jean Cocteau.

Spanning his reflections on art, politics, mythology, and love, this diary is a window into the complex inner world of one of 20th-century France’s most enigmatic creative minds.

This copy shows notable signs of age and use. There is some water damage to the top portion, causing discoloration to the cover and frontispiece. Age toning throughout and general wear to the cover and spine. Binding remains tight with no missing or loose pages. No annotations present. Overall, the condition is good.

Title: The Journals of Jean Cocteau
Author: Jean Cocteau
Publisher: Museum Press Ltd., London
Edition: First
Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket
Condition: Good