Read’s Female Poets of America, published in 1857, presented here in an ornate leather bound edition. The volume features an elaborately tooled leather cover with decorative paneling and gilt detailing along the spine and fore edges. The book contains a substantial collection of poetry by notable American women writers of the 18th and 19th centuries, compiled and edited by Thomas Buchanan Read. The interior includes engraved portrait illustrations of each poet, adding historical and visual interest to the literary collection. With its decorative binding, gilt fore edges, and period engravings, this antique literary volume represents an appealing example of 19th century American book production and would make a strong addition to a collection of antique literature or decorative library volumes.

Dimensions: 9x6x2in

Condition Report:
Antique condition with wear consistent with age and handling. Decorative leather binding remains intact with visible edge wear and minor rubbing to corners and spine. Gilt fore edges present. Interior pages show foxing on the first several pages. Binding remains sound and the book displays well.

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