SONNETS FROM THE PORTUGUESE by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, bound in beautiful embroidered crimson silk decorative cloth with black and red floral decoration, w/o slipcase, green end papers.Introduction by Dorothy Hewlett, decorations by Reynolds Stone. The Folio Society, London, 1962. Printed in Italy. Not paginated, has index of first lines at end of book.
This book contains wonderfully written, inspiring poetry and has been referred to as "The most complete poetic record of a woman's love for a man". Includes Sonnet 14 "If thou must love me, let it be for naught Except for love's sake only."
Pages bright and crisp, binding tight and square, corners sharp. Would be As New condition except for light foxing on end papers, and "November, 1966" in ink on upper right corner of ffep.
Book measures 8" x 5 3/8" x 3/8".
A gorgeous and unique book, great to add to any collection!

Reserve: $75.00

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