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Percy Bysshe Shelley, Hellas, a Lyrical Drama, First Edition 1822 the Huth Copy

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Author: SHELLEY, Percy Bysshe. Title: Hellas. A Lyrical Drama. Publisher: London: Charles and James Ollier, 1822. Description: first edition the Huth copy. 1 vol., a large copy with the textblock measuring 8-11/16" x 5-3/8", with the half-title, gilt white leather bookplate of Henry Huth to front pastedown, bound in full tan calf, skillfully rebacked retaining the original gilt lettered brown morocco spine label, covers ruled and paneled in gilt, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt, by Bedford. Condition: Internally clean and bright, a very good copy. Additional information: This was the last poem published during Shelley's lifetime just a few months prior to his untimely death by drowning in July of 1822.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.69 in (22.08 cm)Width: 5.38 in (13.67 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1822
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hillsborough, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6214229947412

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