The Flowering Tree

A very scarce first edition of this lovely collection of poems by James Ridpath dedicated to the Chinese culture. The first edition of this lovely collection of poems by James Ridpath dedicated to the thriving Chinese culture, and it progressive, positive, tenuous, and intangible influence on Western modes of thought.A very scarce work, containing fifteen charming poems titled 'The Flower Called Lien Hoa,' 'The Porcelain Towerr,' 'The Temple of Gratitude,' and such.In the original publisher's paper wraps. An excellent copy. In the original publisher's paper wraps. Externally lovely with minor shelf wear only and a minor edge wear. Unclipped. Internally, firmly bound. The pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed.