1881 Rare Book - Poems of Edgar Allan Poe including The Raven, Lenore, Ulalume,...
Author: Edgar Allan Poe.
Title: Poems of Edgar Allan Poe with Memoir.
Publisher: New York, W.J. Widdleton, Publisher, 1881.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5" X 5.5".
Pages: 196 pages + publisher's catalog.
Binding: Attractive and good to very good original embossed decorated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges are gilt.
Content: Good content (clean and tight, some light staining, toning, and foxing - as shown, name of a previous owner on the second blank page - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the frontispiece portrait and the 4 full-page illustrations.
Estimate : (USD 250 - USD 350)
The book: This 1881 edition of Poems of Edgar Allan Poe is a remarkable example of late 19th-century book production, combining elegant design with the haunting poetry of one of America's most beloved writers. Published by W. J. Widdleton, this edition includes a memoir of Poe, providing context and insight into the life of the author alongside his timeless poems. The illustrations enhance the reading experience, making this a prized edition for collectors of Poe's works and antique books alike.
The author: Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, editor, and literary critic best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Poe is considered a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and is often credited with pioneering the detective fiction genre. His work has had a lasting influence on literature worldwide, and his tales of horror have earned him the title of the "master of the macabre."