The Genius of the Thames Palmyra and Other Poems

Thomas Love Peacock

Verlag: T. Hookham Junior, London, 1812

Beschreibung

The second edition of this charming topographical poem by Thomas Love Peacock, here bound with one of his other popular poems. The second edition of this work.'The Genius of the Thames' is an ode to the River Thames; during the composition of this poem Peacock set out on a two-week expedition to trace the course of the Thames.Also bound with 'Palmyra'.Illustrated with a frontispiece.Peacock was an English novelist active during the nineteenth century. He was a close friend of Percy Shelley, the friends influencing each other's works. Peacock was a satirical writer, best known for 'Nightmare Abbey' and 'Crotchet Castle'.Prior owner's ink inscription to the reverse of the title page, 'G. A. Robinson, from his affection mother, April 19th 46'. In the original paper covered boards. Externally, generally smart. Light discolouration and marks to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages ae bright and generally clean with some odd spots. Prior owner's ink inscription to the reverse of the title page. Very Good. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 757P60

Bibliografische Details

Titel: The Genius of the Thames Palmyra and Other ...

Verlag: T. Hookham Junior, London

Erscheinungsdatum: 1812

Einband: Hardback

Illustrator: Various

Zustand: Very Good

Art des Buches: book