The Parlement of Foulys; D. S. Brewer, editor

Chaucer, Geroffrey

Published by Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd, London, England, U.K., 1967

About this Item

Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd, London, England, U.K. , 1967. Fourth Impression of First Edition Thus [first published August 1960]. From Nelson's Medieval and Renaissance Library (General Editor C. S. Lewis). Fine in Fine- Dust Jacket. Text Block is clean, white, tight, straight and square, with no markings of any kind. Binding is full red cloth (uniform throughout) with bright gilt title, etc., to spine, and corners square but not sharp. Dust Jacket is intact showing some fading of color to the spine, with minor wear at edges and original price (12/6) intact on front flap. 168 pages. 5" x 7 3/8". Edited by D. S. Brewer and presented in the original Middle English, the text includes a substantial Introduction, Bibliography, Notes, Appendix, and Glossary. The poem, written around 1370, describes a gathering of birds in early spring, on St. Valentines Day, to choose their mates for the year, and may be the origin of current traditions. A work both humorous and philosophical on the theme of love.

Seller Inventory # 000262

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Parlement of Foulys; D. S. Brewer, editor
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd, London, England, U.K.
• Publication Date: 1967
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine-