Byron, The Poet, Walter A. Briscoe — 1st Edition

£20.00

Byron, The Poet, Walter A. Briscoe — 1st Edition

Name: Byron, The Poet, Walter A. Briscoe — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6374
Price: 20.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Write Review

In stock

£20.00

Shipping is calculated at checkout.

Publication: London, George Routledge & Sons, Ltd., 1924.

Formatting: 8vo.

Condition Report: Very Good. This copy is bound in its original dark green cloth, which remains tight and structurally sound. The front and rear boards, featuring a classic blind-stamped border, display only minimal shelf-wear and retain a clean appearance without significant scuffing. The spine features bright, unoxidised gilt lettering that remains remarkably sharp. The corners are slightly bumped, typical for a volume of this age, but are not heavily rubbed or bowed. Internally, the pages exhibit mild age-toning to the text block edges, most notably along the fore-edge, but remain clean and free from heavy foxing or moisture damage. The binding is secure throughout, with no separation at the hinges, presenting a highly well-preserved example.

Catalogue Note: This centenary volume is a first edition of the collection, published in 1924 to mark one hundred years since Lord Byron's death. It features a handsome portrait frontispiece of Lord Byron, reproduced from the original painting by Thomas Phillips.

While the text block edges display the standard age-toning typical of the era's paper stock, the original dark green cloth binding remains in highly collectible condition. Copies of this commemorative edition are relatively uncommon on the open market, particularly those that retain such bright, unoxidised gilt tooling and tight structural integrity.

Published to commemorate the centenary of his death, Byron, The Poet offers a comprehensive and multifaceted examination of one of the Romantic era's most captivating and controversial figures. Edited by Walter A. Briscoe, this collection gathers addresses and essays from eminent literary and public minds of the 1920s, providing a retrospective appraisal of Lord Byron's enduring legacy, his literary genius, and his complex personal life. It serves as both a fitting tribute and a critical exploration, making it an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of Romantic literature and Byronic history.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Walter A. Briscoe

Book Publisher: George Routledge & Sons, Ltd.

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Classic Fiction

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages:

Book Publication Year: 1924

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Book Dimensions:

Book Condition Guide

We stock thousands of books in a wide range of conditions. To make things clear and to help you know exactly what to expect, Please refer to these condition categories to understand the condition of the book you will receive.

Condition	Description
New	A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage.
As New	The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years.
Fine	The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and/or dust jacket (if present). Its pages are typically clean and unmarked.
Near Fine	The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition.
Very Good	The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present.
Good	A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy.
Fair	A book with significant wear or damage. The text pages will be complete, but there may be heavy underlining, highlighting and staining throughout, and the book’s endpapers, half-title, and copyright pages could be damaged or missing. The binding could be loose, and the dust jacket (if present) may have notable scuffs or tears. These copies are usually of interest for content, signature(s) or scarcity.
Poor	A heavily worn book whose value lies in its complete and legible text. A poor book will have substantial defects — loose joints or hinges, detached covers, loose and/or missing pages, and could be heavily soiled. A poor book is also known as a reading copy, and although compromised, can hold historical or bibliographic significance.