Vintage 1944 booklet The Sabotage of Trusts, period document, L'Aurore

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Description

This old booklet, titled "Le Sabotage des Trusts" (The Sabotage of Trusts), is a period document, published by "L'Aurore" editions. Its cover features a layout typical of French political publications from the mid-20th century, with yellowed paper attesting to its age. The main title in bold is perfectly legible, accompanied by the heading "Comment l'aide à la France a pu être paralysée" (How aid to France could have been paralyzed).

This booklet compiles speeches delivered at the Consultative Assembly on July 21 and 25, 1944, by Étienne Fajon and André Marty, both deputies from Paris, with a preface signed by Jacques Duclos. The editorial information "Prix: 5 francs" (Price: 5 francs) and "Editions de 'L'Aurore'" are clearly visible at the bottom of the cover. The paper shows a uniform patina, signs of handling, and browning on the left side, typical of a document stored for several decades.

The book is displayed upright, with the front cover being the only visible side in the image. There is a noticeable crease at the top right, as well as a handwritten annotation "B.B" twice on the upper left margin. No other pattern or illustration is apparent on the exposed side; the layout remains simple and text-focused.

The typography and format evoke French political pamphlets distributed in the immediate post-war period. The entire work is printed in black on cream paper, with no visible binding or hard cover, confirming the booklet or flexible pamphlet format, common for this type of militant or informative publication.

The booklet is placed on an antique table in front of a bookcase of bound books, highlighting its historical character and authenticity as a period object. No other visual details or decorative elements are present on the cover according to the view provided.

Condition

This booklet is used and sold as is. It shows signs of wear and tear: yellowed cover, handling marks, creases, and handwritten marks visible on the front cover.

Did you know? In 1944, the Provisional Consultative Assembly was a key political body of the Liberation, where many economic and social issues were debated, including the fight against trusts and industrial monopolies, a central theme of this booklet.

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