The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1900. Published in 1931 by Trinity College Oxford. Chosen & edited by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch.
This anthology is one of the most famous and influential collections of English poetry ever published. Quiller-Couch, often known by his pen name "Q," was a noted literary critic and anthologist. The collection spans six and a half centuries of English verse, showcasing the development of English poetry through periods such as the Medieval, Renaissance, and Romantic eras.
This book is a hardcover with stunning Navy Blue.colouring on the cover and gold gilded writing.
The book is in good condition. All of the pages are in tact and the binding still good, with a slight bit of wear at the bottom. In perfectly readable condition.
With beautiful covers, aged pages and timeless stories, vintage books make for beautiful gifts. Holding a small bit of history in your hands, they offer a glimpse into the last and gives the opportunity to read the literature in their original form.
A lovely gift for a book lover.