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“Jan Potocki: a biography” by Francois Rosset and Dominique Triaire is a fascinating journey through the life and work of one of Poland’s most enigmatic writers and thinkers. Potocki, best known for his novel “The Saragossa Manuscript,” was not only a literary man, but also a philosopher, traveler and prince with broad interests that included art, science and history. Using a wealth of sources, the authors explore Potocki’s multifaceted personality, his eccentric life and his influence on European literature and culture.
Published in 2006, this publication is gaining collector’s value as a rare and comprehensive study of Potocki, which is of interest to literary scholars and lovers of Polish culture alike.
The elegant, handmade leather binding from the Polish Antiquarian Bindery gives the book a prestigious and unique look, emphasizing its exclusivity. Having “Jan Potocki: a biography” in your book collection is not only an investment in the knowledge of an important figure in the history of literature, but also a tribute to a rich cultural heritage that can be passed down from generation to generation as a precious family treasure.