Publisher's Synopsis
A Shropshire Lad was first published in 1896 at A. E. Housman's own expense. The collection of lyrical poems became hugely successful following the Second Boer War and World War I, with themes such as nostalgia for one's home and the patriotic celebration of the life of the solider striking a chord with English readers.
The Richards Press Ltd.; 1942. Red leather bound hardcover book. Gilt lettering to front and spine. Inscription to FFEP dated 1942. Small book (13 cmx8.5 cm). The leather boards are in very good condition. Top page edges are gilt and there is a silk page marker attached. No dust cover. Preowned. No ISBN.
A Shropshire Lad By A.E.Housman
SKU: 0104791
£55.00Price