Yellow wrappers with engraving of lyre on front and yard scene with woman on back. Edge and corner wear with much deterioration along spine. Stitching still secure as is binding. Wrappers and pages are toned with some soiling on wraps. Actually, in remarkable condition for such a bit of ephemera. ; B&W Engravings; 24mo 5" - 6" tall; 24 pages; A small book of poetry, seemingly aimed at 10-12 yeard olds. Instructive tone. Seller Inventory # 8400

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Title: The Poetic Present

Publisher: John Metcalf, Northampton MA

Publication Date: 1836

Binding: Softcover

Condition: Good

Edition: First Edition; First Printing.

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