James Thomson — The Seasons

London, John Sharpe, 1840. Leather. A pocket sized edition of James Thomson's poem, 'The Seasons&apos. With an engraved title page and four engraved plates, one for each season. 'The Seasons' is a cycle of four poems which proved to be incredibly influential. It was published one season at a time and reflects on the landscape of the countryside, through blank verse. In a full calf binding with gilt stamping to the spine. Externally, sound with slight rubbing to the spine and board edges. Patches of heavier rubbing to the boards. Front hinge is tender. Rear hinge is tender. Prior owner's inscription to the verso of front endpaper. Prior owner's inscription to the title page as well. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are age toned to edges with light scattered spots throughout. Good . Ill.: Unamed. Good .