Translated by Isabel Hill; with metrical versions of the odes by L. E. Landon. Originally published in 1807, this novel is considered one of the early examples of Romantic writing. Corinne is too independent and complicated for her erstwhile lover. A Scottish peer, he is torn between respect for his dead father's wishes that he marry traditionally English Lucille and his love for the Italian poet Corinne. Plot twists add poignancy to their troubles. The novel includes de Stael's insights from her travels in Italy and Germany, but most importantly, it makes a powerful statement about society's expectations for women. Top pages gilt. Half leather. Marbled paper glitters with gold. Leather shows wear on the top, bottom, and ribs of the spine, and on all four corners. Pages clean. Previous owner signed Christmas 1894.  A. L. Burt. No date but likely 1890's. USED. $35.00