Favorite Poems by James Russell Lowell (1877)
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James Russell Lowell’s Favorite Poems is a charming 19th-century pocket edition, published in 1877 and designed to be carried and read often. Bound in deep green cloth with gilt lettering and decorative stamped details, it reflects the ornate yet practical style of late Victorian bookmaking. Its compact size and intimate scale make it a lovely example of the kind of volume once tucked into a coat pocket for quiet reflection.
This copy shows significant age and wear, with rubbing and discoloration to the cloth boards and noticeable toning to the pages throughout. The binding is loose but still intact, and the text remains fully readable. There are scribbles on the inside and back pages, adding to its history as a well-used personal book. Though well-worn, it remains a neat and authentic piece of literary history with enduring character.
Specifications:
- Publisher: James R. Osgood and Company, Boston
- Year: 1877
- Material: Hardcover
- Condition: Well-worn/aged
- ISBN: Unknown
