The Golden Treasury, Francis Turner Palgrave — Fourth Edition, 1960 Reprint

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The Golden Treasury, Francis Turner Palgrave — Fourth Edition, 1960 Reprint

Name: The Golden Treasury, Francis Turner Palgrave — Fourth Edition, 1960 Reprint
Brand: Broadhursts Books
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Publication: London, Oxford University Press, 1960

Formatting: 8vo, pp. [xiv], 587.

Condition Report: Near Fine. This copy presents beautifully in a vibrant full red morocco binding. The boards are bright and clean, bordered by a sharp, unoxidised double gilt fillet, with only a negligible touch of shelf-wear to the extreme upper right corner of the rear board. The spine, featuring five raised bands and gilt floral compartments, remains remarkably tight and entirely unfaded, preserving a firm and square text-block. All three edges boast a brilliant, unblemished gilt finish. Internally, the pages are crisp, bright, and free of foxing or inscriptions, complemented by a pristine red ribbon marker. A highly attractive, exceptionally well-preserved copy.

Catalogue Note: A handsome mid-century reprint of Palgrave's The Golden Treasury, originally published in 1861 and continuously expanded thereafter. This particular copy is a 1960 reprint of the 1956 reset fourth edition, issued as part of the esteemed Oxford Standard Authors (O.S.A.) series, and includes the supplementary poems that brought the anthology up to date at the time of publication.

Notably, this volume is presented in a premium full red morocco binding rather than the standard publisher's cloth. Such fine bindings were often specially commissioned by booksellers or given as presentation copies, elevating a beloved household text into a luxurious gift book. While standard cloth copies of this edition are relatively common, those preserved in such bright, unrubbed full leather are scarce on the open market.

Since its first appearance in 1861, Francis Turner Palgrave's The Golden Treasury has stood as the quintessential anthology of English poetry. Covering the breadth of British lyrical verse from the Renaissance to the modern era, Palgrave’s selections, famously guided and encouraged by his close friend Alfred, Lord Tennyson, helped shape the poetic tastes of generations. Ranging from Shakespeare and Milton to Keats and Wordsworth, this comprehensive collection remains an indispensable companion for any lover of English literature, offering a definitive journey through the heart of the poetic tradition.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Francis Turner Palgrave

Book Publisher: Oxford University Press

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Antiquarian

Genre: Poetry

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Signed: No

Book Pages: 587

Book Publication Year: 1960

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Book Binding: Hardcover (Full Morocco Leather)

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: Oxford Standard Authors

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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