James Grahame — British Georgics

Edinburgh, James Ballantyne and Co for John Ballantyne and Co, 1809 . First edition. Hardback. The very scarce first edition of James Grahame's work of poetry about rural life in early 19th century Scotland, arranged in twelve parts and following the agricultural year. The very scarce first edition of this work. Scottish poet James Grahame offers a long didactic poem on Scottish rural life, agriculture and landscape. Modelled broadly on the georgic tradition associated with Virgil, it follows the changing agricultural year, describing seasonal farm work alongside rural customs. Rebound, with endpapers renewed. Contemporary reviewers noted its particularly Scottish character. Rebound in paper covered boards, with endpapers renewed. Externally, excellent, with back strip just a touch age toned. Internally, firmly bound. Pages significantly age toned, with instances of spotting. Gatherings unopened to heads. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .