A collection of 32 items by or relating to the French poet and novelist, Camille Mauclair, (real name Séverin Faust) (1872-1945). Mauclair was also an art critic, supporting symbolism and impressionism. The items mostly date from the 20th-century but with some dating from the 1890s. It includes editions of his best-known works, including his 1898 novel 'Le Soleil des morts'.

Organisation

The books have been catalogued individually and have the shelfmark 'Mauclair.'.

Acquisition

The collection was donated in 2005 by Dr AM Marchbank, former Director of Public Services at the Library.