1860 Rare Victorian Book - The Poetical Works of Longfellow Illustrated by Sir John Gilbert.
(Description)
Author: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. John Gilbert, illustrator.
Title: The Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Complete Edition. With illustrations by John Gilbert.
Publisher: London, Routledge, Warne, and Routledge, 1860. Complete Edition.
Language: Text in English
Size: 6.5" X 4.5".
Pages: viii-669 pages
Binding: Attractive and very good contemporary full green Morocco leather binding with intricate gilt decoration on the spine and covers (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges are gilt.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the frontispiece portrait and the full-page illustrations by Sir John Gilbert.
The book: This complete edition of The Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a significant and valuable collection, offering readers a thorough look at the works of one of America's most beloved poets. Longfellow's poetry, known for its lyric beauty, moral sentiment, and reflection on nature and human experience, is timeless and has been cherished by generations of readers. This edition, published in 1860, presents his works in an elegant and durable format, making it a desirable addition to any serious collection of 19th-century literature.
The author: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882) was one of the most famous American poets of the 19th century. His works, including "The Song of Hiawatha," "Evangeline," and "The Courtship of Miles Standish," are celebrated for their accessibility and narrative richness. Longfellow was a significant figure in American literature, helping to shape the cultural identity of the United States through his poetry.
The illustrator: John Gilbert (1817-1897) was a British artist and engraver known for his illustrations of literary works. He contributed to many significant publications of the Victorian era and was celebrated for his ability to capture the essence of the text through his detailed and expressive engravings.