New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1949. dj. Hardcover first edition - Called the most important work of this great modern writer, who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1947, this volume covers the years from his 59th to his 70th, the years leading up to World War II. Translated and with an introduction by Justin O'Brien. Includes a glossary of persons mentioned in the journal, a bibliography of works by Gide, index, frontispiece. 450, xx pages.