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Barton, Bernard Poetic vigils London  1824

Barton, Bernard. Poetic vigils. London: printed for Baldwin, Cradock, and Joy, 1824. xii, 303(1) pp. Sm. 8vo, contemporary rose calf, covers ruled in blind with central panels in gilt, spine gilt, later label (a bit rubbed). First edition. A major title by the Quaker poet now best remembered for his close friendship with Charles Lamb. Barton and Lamb began their correspondence in 1822; included here is a "Sonnet to Elia." A very good copy. Jackson, p. 506; CBEL III, 366; CBEL (3) IV, 230.

£125

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