Samuel Rogers — Poems

London, T. Cadell and Edward Moxon, 1834. First edition. Leather. The first edition of an illustrated anthology of the prolific poet Samuel Rogers, including illustrations by J.M.W. Turner. The first edition of Poems, a collection of poetry across the lifetime of prolific English poet Samuel Rogers. Published by T. Cadell and Edward Moxon in 1834.In half morocco, half marble boards. Contains numerous engraved illustrations from esteemed artists Thomas Stothard and J.M.W. Turner, the namesake of the prestigious Turner Prize that continues to this day.While perhaps not as famous as fellow romantic poets William Wordsworth and Lord Byron, Rogers was one of the most respected romantic poets during his lifetime and this illustrated collection is a testament to his popularity. This particular collection includes The Pleasures of Memory, an Italian Song, and The Sailor amongst many others. He nearly succeeded Wordsworth as poet laureate, but declined due to his age. In half morocco, half marble boards. Externally, very smart, with minimal marks and very minor rubbing to joints. Slight signs of edgewear, a little heavier to the extremities. Marble end papers are bright and clean. Golden foredge in excellent condition. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean, with a couple of small spots to the extremities of the rare leaf, including the title leaf. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: J.M.W. Turner, Thomas Stothbard. Very Good Indeed .