Robert Frost's Steeple Bush -- First Edition, First Printing, Signed

Description: First Edition, first printing of STEEPLE BUSH, A spiritually-themed Robert Frost collection of superb poetry, 6 ½ x 9 ½, 63 pp, signed one of 751 copies. This is number 431 and is wrapped in the original glassine and housed in the publisher’s green slipcase, which is in very fine condition. Copyright 1947 by Henry Holt and Company, Inc. Frost (March 26, 1874-January 29, 1963) was an American poet whose work was initially published in England before it was published in the United States. Known for his realistic depictions of rural life and his command of American colloquial speech, he frequently wrote about settings from rural life in New England using them to examine complex social and philosophical themes. He is the only poet to receive four Pulitzer Prizes for Poetry. He was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1960 for his poetic works. On July 22, 1961, Frost was named poet laureate of Vermont. Light marking to glassine wrapper. Else excellent condition. Everything we sell is guaranteed authentic forever to the original buyer. We also offer a 30-day return policy. If you discover a problem or are dissatisfied with an item, please contact us immediately. Our goal is to please every customer. We are pleased to be members of Preferred Autograph Dealers and Auction Houses, The Manuscript Society, The Ephemera Society and the Southern New England Antiquarian Booksellers. [NAS 168]

Price: 650 USD

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

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