Author: Ralph Cheever Dunning
Title: Rococo
Description: Paris, Edward W. Titus, 1926. Hardback. A limited edition poem by the mysterious poet Ralph Cheever Dunning, with three illustrations by Howard Simon. Ralph Cheever Dunning (1878-1930) was an American poet who moved to Paris in 1905. Apathetic regarding the publication of his own work, Ezra Pound convinced him to publish work in literary magazines. It is possible that he was addicted to opium, and he often 'forgot to eat', dying in Paris of tuberculosis and starvation. His other works include 'Hyllus', a play, and two poetry collections, one privately published.A limited edition.With three tipped-in illustrations by Howard Simon.This limited edition was meant to be signed by both author and artist, however, some were signed by both and many by just one of the two. This copy was signed by Howard Simon, the artist.A charming work by an uncommon poet, and prominent figure in Paris of the early twentieth century. In the original paper covered boards. Externally generally smart, with a little wear to the spine and edges. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are often unopened, and bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: Howard Simon. Very Good Indeed .
Keywords: Poetry Ralph Cheever Dunning Howard Simon Modern Poetry Ralph Cheever Dunning Howard Simon
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Title: Rococo
Description: Paris, Edward W. Titus, 1926. Hardback. A limited edition poem by the mysterious poet Ralph Cheever Dunning, with three illustrations by Howard Simon. Ralph Cheever Dunning (1878-1930) was an American poet who moved to Paris in 1905. Apathetic regarding the publication of his own work, Ezra Pound convinced him to publish work in literary magazines. It is possible that he was addicted to opium, and he often 'forgot to eat', dying in Paris of tuberculosis and starvation. His other works include 'Hyllus', a play, and two poetry collections, one privately published.A limited edition.With three tipped-in illustrations by Howard Simon.This limited edition was meant to be signed by both author and artist, however, some were signed by both and many by just one of the two. This copy was signed by Howard Simon, the artist.A charming work by an uncommon poet, and prominent figure in Paris of the early twentieth century. In the original paper covered boards. Externally generally smart, with a little wear to the spine and edges. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are often unopened, and bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: Howard Simon. Very Good Indeed .
Keywords: Poetry Ralph Cheever Dunning Howard Simon Modern Poetry Ralph Cheever Dunning Howard Simon
Price: GBP 395.00 = appr. US$ 564.05 Seller: Rooke Books
- Book number: 779R72
- Book number: 779R72
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