PAUL MORAND - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 06/07/1959 - HFSID 79390

PAUL MORAND
Letter from Morand apologizing for the poor quality photo he is sending (not included), stating that no other is available to him at the moment
Autograph note signed: "P Morand", in blue ink, 8¼x5¾. June 6, 1959. Switzerland. In full: "Dear Mr. Keith Thompson, Excuse my sending you this bad photo; am in the mountains presently and no other available. Many thanks for your letter of June 5th. Yours sincerely". Paul Morand (1888-1976) was a French author of novellas and short stories who is now viewed as an early Modernist and Imagist. Born in Russia to French parents, Morand grew up rather privileged both financially and artistically, being influenced by members of the arts who frequented his childhood home. His writing was often praised for it's elegance and upper class views, and became a popular read during the height of the 1920's. It was also during the 1920's that Morand began showing an interest (mostly for self-gain) in politics, and began displaying some controversial racial and anti-Semitic views. During World War II, Morand allied himself with the Nazis and the Vichy government, being appointed as Ambassador to Romania, using the position to benefit himself. After the defeat of the Nazis, Morand fled to Switzerland, where he lived the remainder of his life in exile. Fold in center. Corners slightly worn and creased. Toned. Faint pencil marks and indentations across. Slight surface creases. Otherwise, fine condition.