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  • Nymphidia The Court of Fairy 1908 Michael Drayton limited edition 1 of 250 copies Shakespeare Head Press Stratford-upon-Avon Arts and Crafts fine press early twentieth century mock-epic poem Oberon Queen Mab miniature fairy court early English literature revival William Morris inspired craftsmanship collectible rare book private press poetry literature historic edition Michael Drayton Nymphidia 1627 edition fine printing Arts and Crafts movement Stratford-on-Avon rare collectible
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Michael Drayton - Nymphidia: The Court of Fairy - 1908 (Limited, No. 3/250)

Michael Drayton - Nymphidia: The Court of Fairy - 1908 (Limited, No. 3/250)

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Title

Nymphidia: The Court of Fairy

Author

Michael Drayton

Year

1908

Publisher

The Shakespeare Head Press, Stratford-on-Avon

Description

Limited edition, no. 3 of 250 copies. This finely produced edition presents Drayton’s Nymphidia, his celebrated mock-epic poem first published in 1627, which playfully depicts the miniature world of fairies and the courtly intrigues of Oberon and Queen Mab.

Printed at the Shakespeare Head Press, one of the foremost private presses of the early twentieth century, this edition reflects the revival of fine printing inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement and the ideals of William Morris. The Press, founded by A. H. Bullen in Stratford-upon-Avon, was known for its craftsmanship and devotion to early English literature.

34 pp., [1]

Condition

Some wear and discolouration to the cover; no ffep; pages clean and roughly cut.
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