Yokohama Garland and Other Poems, A. E. Coppard — 1st Edition, Limited

£130.00

Yokohama Garland and Other Poems, A. E. Coppard — 1st Edition, Limited

Name: Yokohama Garland and Other Poems, A. E. Coppard — 1st Edition, Limited
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 5875 L
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Publication: Philadelphia, The Centaur Press, 1926

Formatting: 4to, pp. 74, [2].

Condition Report: Near Fine. Bound in the original blue cloth boards with a quarter gilt and yellow cloth spine, the book presents beautifully, retaining bright and unoxidised tooling to the front board. Externally, there is only slight rubbing to the edges and corners, with the printed paper spine label remaining fully intact, albeit slightly toned. The binding remains remarkably tight and square. Internally, the thick, deckle-edged pages are exceptionally clean and free from any significant foxing, marks, or creases, making this a highly attractive copy that fully justifies its grade.

Catalogue Note: This is a limited first edition of 500 copies, signed by both the author, A. E. Coppard, and the illustrator, Wharton Esherick.

The volume is beautifully elevated by Esherick's striking vignettes, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors of fine press printing and early 20th-century literature. Copies retaining their original paper spine labels in such bright, clean condition are increasingly scarce on the open market.

First published in 1926, Yokohama Garland and Other Poems is a captivating collection by the English poet and short story writer A. E. Coppard. Featuring an array of lyrical verses that showcase his mastery of natural and whimsical themes, the poetry is perfectly complemented by Wharton Esherick's distinctive modernist vignettes. The collaboration between poet and artist resulted in a masterfully crafted work that remains a testament to the fine printing of the Centaur Press.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: A. E. Coppard

Book Publisher: The Centaur Press

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Antiquarian

Genre: Poetry

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: Yes

Book Pages: 74

Book Publication Year: 1926

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Wharton Esherick

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Philadelphia, United States

Book Dimensions:

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