

S'abandonner à vivre ("Surrender to Life") square Notebook
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The "S'abandonner à vivre" (“Surrender to Life”) square notebook from Papeterie Gallimard is inspired by Sylvain Tesson’s book published in 2014 in the iconic Collection Blanche. Elegant and minimalist, this notebook transforms a contemporary literary title into a refined everyday writing companion.
Its square format offers generous space for writing notes, reflections, ideas or personal journaling. The lightly lined pages support comfortable writing, while the opening pages feature a quotation from the original work, signed by the author.
Inspired by the typographic identity of Gallimard’s famous book covers, this notebook blends literary heritage with thoughtful stationery design. Ideal for readers, writers and lovers of elegant notebooks.
Discover also the notebooks, illustrations and puzzles from Papeterie Gallimard, inspired by literature and the iconic Collection Blanche.
Technical specifications, S'abandonner à vivre ("Surrender to Life") square Notebook from Papeterie Gallimard:
- Brand: Papeterie Gallimard
- Product type: Square notebook
- Title: "S'abandonner à vivre" ("Surrender to Life")
- Original author: Sylvain Tesson
- Dimensions: 18 × 14 × 1.3 cm
- Page count: 192
- Pages: Lightly lined
- Design: Inspired by the Collection Blanche
- Use: Writing and journaling
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Papeterie Gallimard ✒️ Literary notebooks inspired by French publishing
Papeterie Gallimard extends the world of the iconic French publisher through a collection of literary notebooks, stationery and writing accessories inspired by the famous “Collection Blanche”. Each piece pays tribute to literature and the history of writing while echoing the distinctive design of Gallimard books.
Designed with the same editorial attention as the publisher’s books, Gallimard notebooks and stationery combine minimalist design, literary quotations and refined craftsmanship. Covers are printed on Tintoretto 200 g/m² paper by Fedrigoni, while red linen thread binding and book-inspired finishing details reflect the publisher’s century-old expertise.
Printed in Europe (France, Italy or Belgium), Papeterie Gallimard turns the spirit of literature into elegant and timeless writing objects, designed for readers, writers and lovers of beautiful notebooks.
FAQ - S'abandonner à vivre (Surrender to Life) square notebook
- What size is the Surrender to Life notebook? : The notebook measures approximately 18 × 14 cm and features a square format.
- How many pages does the notebook contain? : The notebook contains 192 lightly lined pages suitable for writing and journaling.
- What can this notebook be used for? : It can be used for journaling, note-taking, creative writing or recording ideas and reflections.
- Why is the notebook titled Surrender to Life? : The notebook takes its title from the book « S'abandonner à vivre » by French writer Sylvain Tesson, published in 2014.
- What is Papeterie Gallimard? : Papeterie Gallimard is the stationery collection from the historic French publisher Gallimard, inspired by literature and the iconic Collection Blanche design.
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