1884 Rare Book - Poems by Edgar Allan POE with Memoir (The Raven, Lenore, Fairy-Land, ...)
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Author: Edgar Allan Poe.
Title: Poems of Edgar Allan Poe with Memoir.
Publisher: New York, Thomas Y. Crowell & Co., no date (circa 1884).
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7 " X 5 ".
Pages: 196 pages + publisher's catalog.
Binding: Attractive and very good, near fine, original decorated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges are gilt.
Content: Very good content (tight and clean, light toning to pages - as shown, 1885 gift note on the first endpaper - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the frontispiece portrait and the five full-page illustrations
Estimate: (USD 300 - USD 350).
The book: "A circa 1884 edition of " Poems of Edgar Allan Poe with Memoir," published by Thomas Y. Crowell & Co., New York. This collection features some of Poe's most celebrated poems, offering readers a glimpse into his poetic genius. The book is attractively bound in original decorated full-cloth with gilt edges, enhancing its collectible appeal.
The poems in this edition showcase Poe's talent in crafting atmospheric, haunting, and lyrical verse. Known for his dark romanticism and exploration of the macabre, Poe's poetry often delves into themes of death, loss, and love."
The author: Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) was an American writer, poet, and literary critic, famous for his contributions to the romantic and gothic genres. His works, including poems like "The Raven" and "Annabel Lee," are celebrated for their stylistic innovation and emotional depth.