Memoirs of Paul De Kock is a book published by Leonard Smithers in 1899. It is a collection of memoirs and anecdotes from the life of French novelist and playwright Paul De Kock. The book provides a fascinating insight into the literary and social scene of 19th century France, as well as the life of one of its most prominent writers. De Kock was known for his humorous and satirical works, which often poked fun at the upper classes and their pretensions. The memoirs in this book cover a wide range of topics, from De Kock's early years and his struggles to make a living as a writer, to his successes and his friendships with other writers and artists of the time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in French literature and culture, as well as for those who enjoy reading about the lives of fascinating and influential figures from history.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.