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Wordsworth's Grave and Other Poems
by Watson, William
- Used
- near fine
- Signed
- first
- Condition
- Near fine
- Seller
-
Middletown, New York, United States
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About This Item
London: T. Fisher Unwin, 1890. First Edition. Near fine. 8vo, 7 1/2 x 4 3/8 in. (190 x 113 mm); [2] 76 pp. Limited edition of thirty copies on deluxe japon, of which this is no. 24, with signature of the publisher on the limitation page and SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR on the verso of limitation page. Illustrated frontispiece of Grasmere Churchyard. Original stiff vellum, gilt title on spine, Cameo Series device to front covers and publisher's imprint to rear covers in brown, edges untrimmed. Front cover slightly bowed and edges thumbed but in excellent condition, sound and internally clean.
[BLL01003865553]
https://www.vialibri.net/searches?author=Watson%2C+William&title=Wordsworth%27s+Grave+and+Other+Poems&year_min=1890&year_max=1890&sort=price.desc&s=1.s0w4gm.e790ac37f0cdb5e4. This is a RARE first limited edition of Watson's poems, printed on deluxe japon and bound in vellum. Unwin's Cameo series of poetry was a distinctively packaged sequence of books that caught the attention of the public and attracted imitators. Several of the titles constituted meaningful first appearances, including Watson's "Wordsworth's Grave
[BLL01003865553]
https://www.vialibri.net/searches?author=Watson%2C+William&title=Wordsworth%27s+Grave+and+Other+Poems&year_min=1890&year_max=1890&sort=price.desc&s=1.s0w4gm.e790ac37f0cdb5e4. This is a RARE first limited edition of Watson's poems, printed on deluxe japon and bound in vellum. Unwin's Cameo series of poetry was a distinctively packaged sequence of books that caught the attention of the public and attracted imitators. Several of the titles constituted meaningful first appearances, including Watson's "Wordsworth's Grave
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Details
- Bookseller
- Rob Zanger Rare Books LLC
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 565
- Title
- Wordsworth's Grave and Other Poems
- Author
- Watson, William
- Book Condition
- Used - Near fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- T. Fisher Unwin
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1890
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Middletown, New York
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Rob Zanger Rare Books is located amidst a serene pastoral setting in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State. We offer rare books, fine art (primarily works on paper), photographs, and antiques. Our commitment is to authentic presentation of the works we offer based on scrupulous research; with integrity and ethical conduct, and responsive, respectful and friendly service. We have zero tolerance for dissembling, shenanigans, or hornswoggling.
The books, artworks, photographs, and cabinet items shown here are a selection from our inventory. We welcome Inquiries for particular books, artworks, or photographs you're searching for, or for something similar to the works we're offering. Please visit our website, www.robzangerrarebooks.com to communicate your interests or questions.
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- Fine
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- Gilt
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- Edges
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- Spine
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- Device
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