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Prague: Orbis, 1949. 1st. Hardcover. 1st edition thus. Limited Edition of 2,300 copies. 8vo. 178pp. Frontispiece portrait of Macha. Rendered in English verse by Hugh Hamilton McGoverne, M.A (oxon). Green quarter leather over green cloth boards; top edge stained brown; 5 raised bands, gilt lettering & decoration to spine; housed in clamshell box with handmade paper covers. Book is fine (owner gift inscription); light sunning & wear to box. Item #13109
A tragic and romantic epic poem now regarded as the classic work of Czech Romanticism was first published in 1836 shortly before the poet's early death. Next day shipping. Celebrating our 20th year - all domestic orders ship with Delivery Confirmation Tracking Number - Images available upon request.
Price: $150.00