THE CHINESE NIGHTINGALE AND OTHER POEMS
Lindsay, Vachel
From johnson rare books & archives, ABAA, Covina, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since October 4, 2003
From johnson rare books & archives, ABAA, Covina, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since October 4, 2003
About this Item
Inscribed and dated by Vachel Lindsay, with eight lines of verse, to noted collector George T. Keating on the front flyleaf. Octavo. Original yellow cloth binding, with elaborate blue and gilt stamping. Light offsetting to the copyright and dedication pages. The spine is lightly faded, with some very mild rubbing to the corners and tips; otherwise very good. Among the best of Lindsay's collections, The Chinese Nightingale and Other Poems features the richly romantic title poem together with numerous ardently patriotic compositions, including those inspired by the First World War. Devoting most of his life to the cause of reviving poetry as an oral art of the common people, Vachel Lindsay (1879-1931) wrote rhythmically appealing compositions, rich with imagery and bold rhymes, like "The Congo" and "General William Booth Enters Into Heaven". Before achieving widespread recognition, Lindsay barnstormed throughout the country giving public readings of his poetry in exchange for food and shelter. Seller Inventory # 75548
Bibliographic Details
Title: THE CHINESE NIGHTINGALE AND OTHER POEMS
Publisher: The Macmillan Company, New York
Publication Date: 1917
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very good
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: First Edition.
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