GÉNIAUX (Charles). The Passion of Armelle Louanais. Paris: E. Flammarion, Publisher, 1918. In-12, red half-maroquin with corner caps, gilt fillet edging the covers, smooth gilt and mosaic-decorated spine, gilt head, untrimmed, original cover preserved (Yseux Sc by Thierry-Simier). FIRST EDITION. ONE OF 50 COPIES FROM THE HOLLANDE HEAD RUN, this one no. 39. Copy retaining its publisher’s headband stating: “Immediately after its publication in *La Revue des Deux Mondes*, and even before its publication in book form—which is unprecedented—this superb novel won the Académie Française’s Grand Prix du Roman.” This copy is enhanced by AN ORIGINAL LETTER from the author to Mr. Lenseigne, President of the Société les XX (May 28, 1918): “[…] I am eagerly looking forward to seeing and admiring this beautiful volume from Les XX that showcases my work.” (Envelope preserved).