{"product_id":"the-literature-of-politics-t-s-eliot-1st-edition","title":"The Literature of Politics, T. S. Eliot — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e London, Conservative Political Centre, 1955\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 8vo, pp. 22.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Near Fine. A remarkably crisp and well-preserved example of this inherently fragile pamphlet. The original blue printed paper wrappers are exceptionally bright, retaining their deep colour without the fading typically encountered along the spine or edges. The corners remain sharp with negligible shelf-wear, and the stapled binding is tight, secure, and entirely free of rust or oxidation. Internally, the text block is pristine, displaying clean, bright pages without any foxing, tearing, or creasing. Aside from a few very faint, superficial handling marks to the lighter cream background of the rear panel, this copy presents beautifully to justify the grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e First edition, first printing, issued as C.P.C. Number 146 in June 1955. This historically fascinating pamphlet features a foreword by The Rt. Hon. Sir Anthony Eden, cementing its place at the intersection of literary modernism and mid-century British conservatism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally delivered as a lecture at a Conservative Political Centre Literary Luncheon, the text represents a notable, highly publicised departure from Eliot's typical literary and theological writings. Unsigned, standalone copies that have survived in such exemplary, bright condition are increasingly uncommon on the open market, as these slim paper wrappers were highly susceptible to damage, toning, and wear over the decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered during a Conservative Political Centre Literary Luncheon in London, \u003ci\u003eThe Literature of Politics\u003c\/i\u003e captures Nobel laureate T. S. Eliot exploring the profound relationship between political thought and literary expression. Supported by an insightful foreword from Sir Anthony Eden, this compelling essay examines how political ideas are disseminated and shaped through the written word, offering readers a rare glimpse into Eliot’s conservative leanings and his critical perspective on the civic responsibilities of the modern writer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54565414011219,"sku":"5002","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260809_183055.jpg?v=1786511827","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-literature-of-politics-t-s-eliot-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}