Magpie on the Gallows, Poems by Madeline DeFrees, aka Sister Mary Gilbert. Signed by DeFrees. First Paperback Edition, Published by Copper Canyon Press in 1982

Madeline DeFrees

Verlag: Copper Canyon Press, 1982

Beschreibung

For much of her life Madeline DeFrees was a nun - a member of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, and known by the name, Sister Mary GIlbert. In 1973 she was "dispensed of her religious vows", and, aside from writing poetry of a high caliber, has spent her time teaching at various universities. She has been honored with several awards for her poetry. "Magpie on the Gallows" was published in 1982 by Copper Canyon Press. This is a signed copy of the First Edition in paperback format (released simultaneously with the hardcover). DeFrees's dated signature is written on the half-title. (Madeline DeFrees 10-4-82). ************************************ TITLE : Magpie on the Gallows / AUTHOR : Madeline DeFrees (b. 1919 -) / IMPRINT : Copper Canyon Press / PLACE : Port Townsend , Washington / DATE : (1982) / EDITION : First Edition, Paperback Format / SPECIAL ATTRIBUTES : Signed and dated by the author. PHYSICAL DETAILS : Trade paperback; has a pictorial title pages; has a brief biography of the author; 82 pages + 5 pages of back material; approximately 6" x 9", pictorial wraps, glued. (decorated paper covers) ************************************ CONDITION . Bright , clean and presentable , with the following noted: EXTERIOR Near-negligible surface rub and a touch of edge nicking, but basically bright and fresh / BINDING Tight - no creasing to spine - If the book has been read, it was with great care. / INTERIOR Clean and unmarked. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 1376

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Magpie on the Gallows, Poems by Madeline ...

Verlag: Copper Canyon Press

Erscheinungsdatum: 1982

Einband: Soft cover

Zustand: Very Good

Signiert: Signed by Author(s)

Auflage: 1st Edition