The Exquisite Instrument: Imitations from the Chinese

Ron Butlin

Published by Edinburgh The Salamander Press 1982, 1982

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pp 29 First impression May 1982, fine in green card wrappers and inscribed "To Alasdair with very best wishes from Ron, Aug '82". The poems in this collection are free translations of works by Chinese poets of the 8th century and by the 20th century writer Wen I-to. Provenance: from the recent Glasgow dispersal sale of Alasdair Gray's library. Gray (1934-2019) is acknowledged as one of the most innovative figures in Scottish literature and culture. Painter, novelist, playwright, poet and editor, Gray frequently combined his diverse artistic talents within single works to challenge existing forms. He has been described as 'Blending satire and tragedy, realism and fantasy, his work has been credited with spurring a renaissance in Scottish literature.' Please contact Christian White at Modernfirsteditions if you would like more information about this item. Fine Please contact Christian White Rare Books Ltd for more information or images of this item.

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The Exquisite Instrument: Imitations from the Chinese
Author
Ron Butlin
Publisher
Edinburgh The Salamander Press 1982
Publication year
1982
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Christian White Rare Books Ltd, has been buying and selling rare books and manucripts since 2006. We serve collectors of every kind, from all over the world, as well as supplying books to institutional rare book collections. We welcome direct contact from customers via ABEbooks and via our own website; we are pleased to offer a discount to members of the book trade: do get in touch. We would love to hear from you if you have interesting books, manuscripts, archives and handwritten items to sell. Company Number: 7980586 …

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