Maslen Robert Mervyn Peake (14 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. It is forty years since the death of Mervyn Peake (1911-68), the author of the much-loved "Gormenghast" novels. To mark the anniversary this first comprehensive edition of Peake's poetry is published. Of the more than 230 poems in the collection, over 80 are printed for the first time. Peake emerges as a compelling poet, with an acute sense of his responsibilities as an artist, passionately engaged with current events, from unemployment in the 1930s to the horrors of the London Blitz and the concentration camp at Bergen-Belsen. He is also a fine love-poet and a sensitive observer of the human form. Readers who love the world of Peake's novels, and those who are new to his work, will discover here one of the great originals of the twentieth century. Mervyn Peake (1911-68) was the author of the much-loved "Gormenghast" novels. This edition of Peake's poetry is published to mark his anniversary. It features more than 230 poems, where Peake emerges as a compelling poet, with an acute sense of his responsibilities as an artist, passionately engaged with current events. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New. pp. 160.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. illustrated edition. 160 pages. 8.25x5.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Condition: Good. Paperback, b/w illustrations, edited with an introduction by R.W. Maslen, 8vo.

softcover. Condition: Sehr gut. 120 p. ISBN: 9781847770875 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 492.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. It is forty years since the death of Mervyn Peake (1911-68), the author of the much-loved "Gormenghast" novels. To mark the anniversary this first comprehensive edition of Peake's poetry is published. Of the more than 230 poems in the collection, over 80 are printed for the first time. Peake emerges as a compelling poet, with an acute sense of his responsibilities as an artist, passionately engaged with current events, from unemployment in the 1930s to the horrors of the London Blitz and the concentration camp at Bergen-Belsen. He is also a fine love-poet and a sensitive observer of the human form. Readers who love the world of Peake's novels, and those who are new to his work, will discover here one of the great originals of the twentieth century. It is forty years since the death of Mervyn Peake (1911-68), the author of the much-loved Gormenghast novels. To mark the anniversary this first comprehensive edition of Peakes poetry is published. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. It is forty years since the death of Mervyn Peake (1911-68), the author of the much-loved "Gormenghast" novels. To mark the anniversary this first comprehensive edition of Peake's poetry is published. Of the more than 230 poems in the collection, over 80 are printed for the first time. Peake emerges as a compelling poet, with an acute sense of his responsibilities as an artist. xvi, 259 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. Slight shelf wear to edges, gift inscription to previous owner on title page, tight and square binding. Photographs available on request. All books dispatched same or next working day in robust packaging.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Mervyn Peake (1911-68) was the author of the much-loved 'Gormenghast' novels. This edition of Peake's poetry is published to mark his anniversary. It features more than 230 poems, where Peake emerges as a compelling poet, with an acute sense of his responsibilities as an artist, passionately engaged with current events.…

Condition: New. Mervyn Peake (1911-68) was the author of the much-loved Gormenghast novels. This edition of Peake s poetry is published to mark his anniversary. It features more than 230 poems, where Peake emerges as a compelling poet, with an acute sense of his responsi.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 5.5 X 0.8 X 8.5 inches; 160 pages; Great overall condition. Minor cosmetic wear. No noteworthy blemishes. No writing.; - We're committed to your satisfaction. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and securely boxed. All orders ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…