Robertson Davies
The Lyre of Orpheus
Pennsylvania , The Franklin Library , 1988 . First edition. Leather. A fine, limited first edition of the third novel in the Cornish Trilogy, signed by the author Robertson Davies. The Limited First Edition, signed by the author and bound in top-grain leather. 'The Lyre of Orpheus' is the third novel in the Cornish Trilogy, surrounding the life and influence of Francis Cornish. In this series, the author explores hidden medieval influences on modern life, with the novels taking place in the same universe as his other series, the Deptford Trilogy. In this particular installment, characters Simon Darcourt, Arthur Cornish and Maria Cornish find themselves at the head of the Cornish Foundation, and must investigate as to which projects deserve their help. Written by Canadian novelist and playwright, William Robertson Davies. Wonderfully illustrated with striking, colour drawings by comic-book artist, Sherilyn VanValkenburgh. Bound in full crushed morocco with gilt detailing. Externally, fine. Internally, firmly bound with very bright, clean pages. Author's signature to the first blank. Fine . Ill.: Sherilyn VanValkenburgh. Fine .
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