Come Hither (Two-Volume Set)
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Poor
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Some moisture damage
Markings: No markings
A landmark anthology of English poetry, Come Hither presents one of the most personal and lovingly curated collections in the history of verse, assembled by the celebrated poet Walter de la Mare with a poet's instinct and a scholar's care. Spanning centuries of English-language poetry, it gathers works ranging from anonymous medieval ballads to the Romantic and Victorian masters, illustrating the vast emotional and imaginative range of the poetic tradition. De la Mare frames the collection with a charming, semi-autobiographical prose narrative that gives the anthology a warm, intimate tone, as though a wise and whimsical guide is personally introducing each poem to the reader. The selections are organized not by period or author but by mood and theme, creating a reading experience that feels organic and enchanting rather than academic. Widely regarded as one of the finest poetry anthologies ever compiled, Come Hither remains an essential volume for anyone who wishes to discover, or rediscover, the enduring magic of English verse.
Author: Walter De La Mare
Format: Paperback
Published: 1973, Puffin Books (Penguin)
Genre: Poetry
Condition remarks:
Book: Poor
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Some moisture damage
Markings: No markings
A landmark anthology of English poetry, Come Hither presents one of the most personal and lovingly curated collections in the history of verse, assembled by the celebrated poet Walter de la Mare with a poet's instinct and a scholar's care. Spanning centuries of English-language poetry, it gathers works ranging from anonymous medieval ballads to the Romantic and Victorian masters, illustrating the vast emotional and imaginative range of the poetic tradition. De la Mare frames the collection with a charming, semi-autobiographical prose narrative that gives the anthology a warm, intimate tone, as though a wise and whimsical guide is personally introducing each poem to the reader. The selections are organized not by period or author but by mood and theme, creating a reading experience that feels organic and enchanting rather than academic. Widely regarded as one of the finest poetry anthologies ever compiled, Come Hither remains an essential volume for anyone who wishes to discover, or rediscover, the enduring magic of English verse.