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1881 An Attic Philosopher in Paris, or A Peep at the World

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1881 An Attic Philosopher in Paris, or A Peep at the World

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An Attic Philosopher in Paris, or A peep at the world from a garret : being the journal of a happy man. 1854 by SOUVESTRE, Emile. Published by Appleton and Company, 1875, New York. Very good condition hardback. Couple minor boos on cover. Past that excellent condition.

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1881 An Attic Philosopher in Paris, or A Peep at the World

Name: 1881 An Attic Philosopher in Paris, or A Peep at the World
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