Cher lecteur, puisse mon cadeau du jour de l’an vous plaire !

(Extraits)

First Day of the Year, so sad to some, so lovely to others, I shall attempt to portray you ; and I shall be as gentle as can be. I, one of your usual victims, fear you too much not to be lenient with you!
I only ask you for one thing: if you please, do treat me likewise.

Dear reader, may you enjoy this New Year’s Day present!

(Loose translation by Ezwa)