John Betjeman — Summoned by Bells
London, John Murray, 1960. Paperback. The uncorrected proof copy of John Betjeman's touching series of personal autobiographical poems. The uncorrected proof copy.A collection of personal and intimate blank verse poems by the noted Poet Laureate John Betjeman, a collection of touching autobiography poems.Illustrated by Michael Tree with a few vignettes. Printed only to the recto. In the original publisher's paper wraps. Externally, generally smart. Tear and chip to the tail of the front joint, the front wrap lifting a little. Spine is discoloured and creases, with a little discolouration and minor edge wear to the wraps. Faint ring mark to the front wrap. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Text from the half-title to limitation page are detached but present. Good . Ill.: None. Good .