Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Madame Desbordes Valmore is a book written by C. A. Sainte Beuve, translated by Harriet W. Preston. The book is a collection of memoirs and biographical sketches of the French poet, Marceline Desbordes-Valmore, who was known for her lyrical and emotional poetry. The memoirs provide an intimate look into the life of Desbordes-Valmore, including her upbringing, relationships, and struggles with poverty and illness. The book also includes a selection of Desbordes-Valmore's poetry, which is known for its sensitivity and depth of feeling. Overall, Memoirs of Madame Desbordes Valmore offers a rich and insightful portrait of one of France's most beloved poets.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.