Georges d'ESPARBÈS (1863-1944). Corrected proof, Les Demi-solde, 1898; in-8 of 321 p., tan morocco binding, gilt head, lined case. First complete proof of this "epic novel" (addition on the title), published by Flammarion in 1899, overprinted with autograph corrections, with autograph additions, including a full page dedication to his sons, and the table of contents. A set of plates in first proof before corrections is enclosed.