From Shapero Rare Books, London, United Kingdom
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AbeBooks Seller since June 27, 1998
About this Item
First edition, softcover issue, inscribed presentation copy from the author; 8vo; publisher's photographic wrappers, a very good copy. A very good first edition example of this translation of Seneca's Oedipus by Ted Hughes, presented at the time of publication to his friends John & Annie [Moat], with a complex Oedipal verse in the poet's hand: '"Drain your cup to the dregs" was Oedipus' motto. And forced his Mammy & Daddy to drink till they fell flat out blotto - He left them behind Hen went on boozing till he was absolutely blind'. Seller Inventory # 100647
Bibliographic Details
Title: Seneca's Oedipus.
Publisher: London Faber & Faber
Publication Date: 1969
Binding: Soft cover
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: 1st Edition
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