Scarce First Edition of Bailey's first long poem, an exemplar of the spasmodic school of poetry; later expanded and corrected over several editions. William Pickering, 1839; no later printings indicated; [2], [1]-[361]pp. Half-calf binding, marbled paper over boards. Front board is completely detached, rear board loose; page block firmly bound; text very good throughout; heavy wear to edges and corners, boards showing through; calf is worn off most of backstrip, no title present. A perfect rebinding project. Due to the size/weight of this book extra charges may apply for international shipping. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

Festus: a Poem [First Edition]

Publisher

William Pickering

Publication Date

1839

Language

English

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

First Edition.

Condition

Fair

Seller catalogs

Poetry

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Book House of Dinkytown, Inc.
1316 4th Street SE, Suite 201, Minneapolis, MN, 55414, U.S.A.

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