CHAR René. [SET OF 2 VOLUMES WITH DISPATCH]. CHAR René LA BIBLIOTHÈQUE EST EN FEU et autres poèmes. Paris, GLM, 1957: in-12 (200 x 130 mm) of 49-[7] pp. paperback, filled cover. Partly original edition. One of 55 numbered copies on Arches (n°9). Autograph letter signed: "To Bernard Gheerbrant "In our gardens forests are being prepared. I add: orchards, dear friend, thinking of your happy labors. René Char." Enclosed: CHAR René. CHANSON DES ÉTAGES. Alès, Pab, 1955 : in-18 (80 x 80 mm) of [10] pp. in sheets, in printed cover with flaps. First edition. Edition of 130 copies, this one of 100 on Rives (n°51), justified by PAB. Autograph letter signed: "to Bernard Gheerbrant in loyal friendship René Char."

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