Gold gilt on cover and spine, as well as illustration on cover. Poems by henry wadsworth longfellow complete in two volumes and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Second opinion i have a first edition 1895 autographed book, the early poems by henry wadsworth longfellow and was wondering what the value might be read more glenda b. Henry wadsworth longfellow poems, quotations and biography on henry wadsworth longfellow poet page. There are loose pages but still all attached to spine. One of the older book that i kept but from reading above comments has minimal value is a book called the complete home by mrs julia mcnair wright published in 1879 by j. Despite wear this is a beautiful little book full of longfellows verses and a great book for a collector as its one of the earlier printings and the illustrations are lovely. Henry wadsworth longfellow was born in portland, mainethen still part of massachusettson february 27, 1807, the second son in a family of eight children. Henry wadsworth longfellow henry wadsworth longfellow. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. This antique hardcover book is bound in blue cloth boards. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Volume 2 paperback august 29, 2016 by henry wadsworth 18071882 longfellow author see all 60 formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
A poetry anthology with contributions by longfellow, and many. The early poems of henry wadsworth longfellow book, 1893. Henry wadsworth longfellow biography life, family, story. Henry wadsworth longfellow academy of american poets. A list of poems by henry wadsworth longfellow henry wadsworth longfellow, one of the. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow by longfellow. Read all poems of henry wadsworth longfellow and infos about henry wadsworth longfellow. Gift inscription, dated 1889, on inside blank page. Its about running a household and has these colored pictures w tissue paper on them.
As far as value i wouldnt put it much over five dollars. Make offer 1864 antique poetry book the poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow antique book. Longfellow is worth a revival and this book goes a long way. Online auctions and the beginning collector by barry schoenborn, pf1087 click here to download this article as a pdf file. His father, stephen longfellow, was a prominent portland lawyer and later a member of congress. Of particular value to collectors as evidence of a very early form of the book. Longfellow was an esteemed college professor, but also the most popular american poet of his time. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Annotated reference guide to collectible books and original prints. Longfellows poems by longfellow, henry wadsworth 1890. Value not that much all those dates are more books of longfellows poems available and thats just one edition published by one company.
Bookplate label, generally affixed to the front pastedown, identifying a books owner. An author signature by a significant and recognized writer can mean an increase in value of ten times or more the ordinary value of the book in most cases. Henry wadsworth longfellows first epic poem, evangeline. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow volume 3. There are owner signatures on the ffep, and two on title page, one dating form 1874. Poetry books including first edition the collected poems. Am i a king, that i should call my own ultima thule poems 1880. One of the things about being the most popular poet in the world and longfellow was at least the most popular american poet in the 20th century is that.
His mother, zilpah wadsworth, was the daughter of a revolutionary war hero. Does anyone know anything about books and their value. Voices of the night, ballads and other poems by henry wadsworth longfellow isbn 9780554401058 9780554401058. I love this book it is something that men and women would enjoy. Longfellows poetical works pricevalue guide, valuation. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Henry wadsworth longfellow, famous poet family friend poems.
Frontispiece has illustration of longfellow, protected by tissue paper intact. If i were you i would buy it i am the biggest fan of his i have every single book of poems,songs,and more on him in paperback and hardcover. The clink of the ice and other poems worth reading field, eugene. What is the value of a first edition book by longfellow. The poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow by. From the author 1851, with an accompanying autograph signed. First edition, first printing, of longfellows dramatic poem, inscribed in the year of publication. He achieved a level of national and international prominence previously unequaled in the literary history of the united states and is one of the few american writers honored in the poets corner of westminster abbeyin fact, he is believed to be the first as his bust was installed. Birds of passage, flowerdeluce, book of sonnets, masque of pandora and other poems, keramos, ultima thule and in the harbor henry wadsworth longfellow.
He was one of the most popular american poets of his day. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. His father served in congress and his grandfather was a revolutionary war hero. Longfellows poetical works by longfellow, henry wadsworth. Complete in one volume 1847 by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A nicely bound copy of henry wadsworth longfellows poetry. Boston houghton, osgood and company and houghton mifflin company, 18791883 the wadsworth family copy, signed by henry w. Make offer poems longfellow poetical works of longfellow, humphrey milford, 1925.
Broadside sheet printed on one side, typically for public display, usually larger than folio size a folio being a broadsidesize sheet printed on both sides and folded once. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Henry wadsworth longfellow was a new england poet, born in portland, maine, in 1807. I have tons of information on henry wadsworth longfellow because our house is a remake of his he lived from 18071882. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and memorabilia. This selection includes generous samplings from his longer worksevangeline, the courtship of miles standish, and hiawathaas well as his shorter lyrics and less familiar narrative poems. Gift inscription on top first blank page no other markings in the.
He wrote melodic lyric poems often focusing on mythological stories, and often with an underlying theme of moral and cultural values. Find longfellows poems by longfellow, henry wadsworth at biblio. It was commented in this other reading that henry in his day was americas most read and beloved poet and eventually supported himself on his poetry. He attended the portland academy and bowdoin college, where he developed a love of storytelling and a passion for reading. Lowest price, lowest total price, most recently listed, relevance. The complete poetical works of henry wadsworth longfellow, cabinet edition by henry wadsworth longfellow and a great selection of related books, art and. As the son of a prominent lawyer, henry was expected to have a similar profession as an adult. Vintage 18991901 evangeline and other poems by henry longfellow altemus vademecum series antique hardcover book illustrated art nouveau mondaynightauctions 4. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and first editions. Longfellows poetical works old book 1884 vintage antique poems. For example, as stated above, an unsigned copy of f.
There are many ways to build a collection of horatio alger books, and the online auction has many advantages. Buy products related to longfellow poem products and see what customers say. Henry wadsworth longfellow was one of the most widely known and bestloved american poets of the 19th century. There were several different printings of this particular collection of longfellows poems. He took to poetry and literary study from an early age, and his personal circumstances were wealthy enough that his father could afford to finance his trips abroad to europe to study and learn french, spanish, and italian. Henry wadsworth longfellow was born on february 27, 1807, in portland, maine. Moderate tanning of pages, specifically close to the edges. Henry wadsworth longfellow february 27th, 1807 march 24th, 1882 was an american poet whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. Works of henry wadsworth longfellow comprising his poems from. I have a book 6x4 12 hard cover, with the inscription stamped on inside cover chicago. Antique, longfellows poems, household edition, 1882. For more than seventy years, penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the englishspeaking world. Henry wadsworth longfellow was born in portland, maine, on february 27, 1807, into an established new england family. Lots of longfellow out there, but its still a nice sturdy book of over one hundred fifty years old that you should enjoy having around.
Torrent of light and river of the air, masque of pandora and other poems. First edition thus, with additional poems added to the 1903 edition. He attended portland academy and then bowdoin college, in maine, graduating in 1825. Henry wadsworth longfellow books list of books by author. Longfellows complete poems by longfellow henry wadsworth. Fiction and poetry books including 1946 the pilgrims. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. The books cover is leather and the title of the book longfellows poems is burnt on it and it has a hand painted flower and leaves and stuff on the cover.
See todays longfellows poetical works for sale, best offer and auction. Henry wadsworth was an american poet and educator whose works include paul reveres ride, the song of hiawatha, and evangeline. His bestknown works are the song of hiawatha and evangeline. The poem elevated longfellow to be the most famous writer in america and has had a lasting cultural impact, especially in nova scotia and louisiana, where most of the poem is set. Henry wadsworth longfellow rare books and first editions at. A tale of acadie, published in 1847, is a story of loss and devotion set against the deportation of the acadian people in 1755.
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