Description: If Author: Kipling, Rudyard Title: If Publication: Garden City, New York: Doubleday Page and Company, 1910 Edition: First separate edition Description: A selection of poems, which had appeared in Rewards and Fairies, but which are collected separately here for the first time. Preceding the UK separate publication of the same by four years. Rare copy bound in the publisher's deluxe binding of green morocco stamped in gilt. Slight dampstaining to the rear board, also faintly affecting some of the outer margins of the text block. Text block professionally secured into the binding. Complete with 8 folded leaves (uncut along the top edges, but one leaf partially opened). Text printed in black, with green initial letter and decorative boarders. A handsome production and scarce in the deluxe binding.A powerful piece of parental advice. Kipling's poem, although directed towards his son, offers humanistic advice for all by urging readers to strive for a life of integrity and humility. No wonder "If" was voted "the United Kingdom's favorite poem" in a 1995 BBC poll. According to the author's autobiography he was inspired by Leander Starr Jameson (1853-1917), who at the time was known for his enigmatic and captivating personality, although today more infamously for his role in the Jameson Raid that helped sparked the Second Boer War and friendship with Cecil Rhodes. Very Good + Seller ID: 6577 Subject: Gift Ideas, Literature Whitmore Rare Books was founded in 2010 with the aim of drawing together exceptional first editions of important literary works. Over the past several years, the shop has become a world-class destination for both seasoned collectors as well as those people newly discovering the field. WRB maintains a reputation for rigorous research and integrity, for discriminating taste, and for creating a space where collectors can interact with amazing copies of the books they love. Terms All orders ship within three business days. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 14 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 1950 USD
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Author: Kipling, Rudyard
Publisher: Doubleday Page and Company
Year Printed: 1910
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Language: English
Original/Facsimile: Original
