The Poetical Works of William Cowper, Esq., Of The Inner Temple

Cowper, William [ed. by Rev. Thomas Dale]

Published by T. Nelson & Sons, London, United Kingdom, 1874

About this Item

William Cowper (pronounced Cooper) (1731 - 1800) was an English poet and hymnodist. One of the most popular poets of his time, Cowper changed the direction of 18th century nature poetry by writing of everyday life and scenes of the English countryside. Originally published 1782 the poems are on The Progress of Error. " With a Biographical and Critical Introduction by Rev. Thomas Dale, Canon of St. Pauls.CONDITION Brown bds with bright Gilt title and Black decoration and borders (fresh with almost not wear except to cloth at bottom cnrs) bright Gilt to all edges, pp xlviii 576 lavishley illus with nice engravings and engraved vignettes through out. Very tight and bright (tabocco discolouration mainly to ends and page edges) Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 6392

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Poetical Works of William Cowper, Esq., ...

Publisher: T. Nelson & Sons, London, United Kingdom

Publication Date: 1874

Binding: Decorative Cloth

Illustrator: Gilbert, J; Smith, Orrin

Condition: Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition: Not Issued

Edition: First Edition Thus.