Vercors Appraisal

You Shall Know Them by Vercors

This item is an open book displaying its title page. The primary title, "You Shall Know Them," is prominently centered and presented in a large, bold serif font, with 'You Shall' in a regular weight and 'Know Them' in italicized bold. Below the title, the author is listed as 'by VERCORS' in a smaller, all-caps serif font. Further down, it indicates 'TRANSLATED BY RITA BARISSE,' also in a smaller, all-caps serif font. At the bottom of the page, the publisher is identified as 'McClelland & Stewart Limited - Toronto,' enclosed within a double-lined rectangular border that frames the entire title information block. The page itself appears to be a cream or off-white color, consistent with older book pulp paper. A notable condition issue is a light yellowish-brown circular stain visible in the top right corner of the page, suggesting exposure to moisture or age-related discoloration. The binding is not visible, but the paper shows some gentle curving where the book is open. The left page, partially visible, contains what appears to be a list of other works or a contents page, with text such as 'CORS,' 'THE SEA,' and 'NOVELS' visible, hinting at the author's other publications. The overall aesthetic suggests a mid-20th-century publication style, characteristic of early modern literary releases. The typography is clean and classic, indicating standard publishing practices of its estimated era. The craftsmanship appears to be typical for a printed book, with clear text and a well-defined layout on the page.