ABC of Reading

Ezra Pound

Published by George Routledge & Sons, Ltd., 1934

About this Item

A crucial part of a Poundian education, the ABC of Reading follows up on the very popular and controversial pamphlet, How to Read (Gallup A33), expanding on EP s literary criticism and identification of the most important texts available. This copy is Gallup A35a. First edition, first issue; George Routledge & Sons; 1934. Original rough red cloth lettered in gold on spine; end-papers. One of 2000 copies printed, with original dust-jacket in very good condition; a little trouble top and tail of spine, spine sunned with a few inconsequential damp marks, a red spot to the front cover and some general rubbing; housed in a mylar cover for longevity. Internally: slightest foxing to endpapers, ink owner's inscription; near-fine.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1720795483082

Bibliographic Details

• Title: ABC of Reading
• Publisher: George Routledge & Sons, Ltd.
• Publication Date: 1934
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good