CÉLINELouis-Ferdinand
JOURNEY TO THE END OF THE NIGHT
Warsaw 1933, J. Przeworski Publishing House, 660 pages, 13x18.5 cm
Céline’s debut novel, based in part on autobiographical experiences, is one of the most important works of 20th-century literature. The narrative follows the life of Ferdinand Bardamu—from his experiences on the front lines of World War I, through a colonial stint in Africa and work in American industry, to his medical practice in the poor neighborhoods on the outskirts of Paris.
The work stands out for its radical break with traditional novelistic style—the author incorporates spoken language, elements of slang, and colloquialisms, creating an expressive, brutal portrait of contemporary life. The critical, often pessimistic tone of the narrative and the work’s anti-war message became one of the reasons for its widespread impact.
First edition! Extremely rare!
Louis-Ferdinand Céline (born Louis-Ferdinand Destouches, 1894–1961)—a French writer and physician, regarded as one of the most important prose writers of the 20th century. He made his debut with the novel *Voyage au bout de la nuit* (1932), which brought him international fame and cemented his reputation as a pioneer of an innovative narrative style. His work, which blends naturalism, the grotesque, and colloquial language, has had a significant influence on European literature.
CONTEMPORARY FULL-LEATHER HARDCOVER. COVERS BORDERED WITH A GOLD-EMBOSSED AND BLIND-STAMPED FRAME. SPINE WITH RAISED SEAMS, EMBOSSINGS, AND GOLD-STAMPING. MARBLED END PAPERS. PAGE EDGES MARBLED WITH THE SAME PATTERN. INSIDE COVERS FINISHED WITH A GOLD-EMBOSSED PATTERN.
Condition: Very Good-/ missing front endpaper, pages yellowed, NICE PIECE
