Atala - Chateaubriand - Translated by Guilherme Braga with Illustrations by Gustave Doré - Rare Antique Book

A rare literary masterpiece: "Atala" by Chateaubriand, in a magnificent Portuguese edition translated by Guilherme Braga and illustrated by the celebrated French artist Gustave Doré. This antique book represents an invaluable bibliographical treasure.

"Atala" is an emblematic novel of French Romanticism, originally published in 1801, which narrates the tragic love story between Chactas, a Natchez Indian, and Atala, a young Christian mestizo woman, set in the forests of North America. Chateaubriand's work revolutionized European literature with its exotic and idealized vision of the "noble savage."

Features of this edition:

• Portuguese translation by Guilherme Braga
• Original illustrations by Gustave Doré, one of the greatest illustrators of the 19th century.
• Vintage blue cloth binding with gold decorations.
• Cover with floral motifs and title in embossed gold lettering.
• Spine decorated with gold lettering and ribbing.
• High-quality paper with ornate title pages.
• Remarkable state of preservation considering its age.
• A valuable bibliographic collector's item.

About the author: François-René de Chateaubriand (1768-1848) was one of the founders of Romanticism in French literature, a writer, politician, and diplomat of enormous cultural influence.

About the illustrator: Gustave Doré (1832-1883) was one of the most prolific and talented illustrators of the 19th century, known for his engravings for works such as the Divine Comedy, Don Quixote, and the Bible.

An essential piece for collectors of antique books, bibliophiles, scholars of Romantic literature, or anyone who appreciates the Luso-French cultural heritage. This edition combines literary, artistic, and historical value, bearing witness to the art of Portuguese publishing and the French cultural influence in Portugal.