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John Donne - The First Anniuersarie, an Anatomie of the World, Wherein, by Occasion of the Untimely Death of Mistris Elizabeth Drvry, the Frailtie and Decay of This Whole World Is Represented

Title: The First Anniuersarie, an Anatomie of the World, Wherein, by Occasion of the Untimely Death of Mistris Elizabeth Drvry, the Frailtie and Decay of This Whole World Is Represented
Description: London, Noel Douglas, 1926 . Hardback. A scarce facsimile edition of this poem by John Donne reproduced from the edition held by the British Museum. A scarce facsimile edition of The First Anniuersarie, An Anatomie of the World, Wherein, By Occasion of the Untimely Death of Mistris Elizabeth Drvry, the Frailtie and Decay of this Whole World is Represented by John Donne. In the original publisher's paper wrapped hardcover boards. Rarely seen in this pleasing condition. Published by Noel Douglass reproduced from the edition held by the British Museum. 'An Anatomy of the World' is based on the idea that a virtuous woman's death symbolises the world's soul. First published in 1621. In the original publisher's paper wrapped hardcover boards. Externally, very smart. There is some minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. The pages are bright and clean with some occasional spotting. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .

Keywords: John Donne An Anatomy of the World Facsimile British museum An Anatomy of the World None

Price: GBP 150.00 = appr. US$ 214.20 Seller: Rooke Books
- Book number: 838W1

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