Paul Roche — Enigma Variations and

Gloucester, Thornhill Press, 1974. First edition. Paperback. A signed poetical anthology from Bloomsbury Group member Paul Roche, best known for his acclaimed translations and companionship with Duncan Grant. The first edition of Engima Variations And, a lyrical anthology, written and signed by Bloomsbury Group member, British poet and acclaimed translator Paul Roche. In the publisher's original paper wraps, designed by fellow member of the Bloomsbury Group and eminent Scottish painter Duncan Grant. Roche's signed pencil inscription to the title leaf. Bespite being a talented poet as proven with this anthology, his expertise in translating Ancient Greek classics, including Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes is what Roche is best known for today. Roche was also known for being a close companion of Grant, being the subject of many of his artworks while both were at Bloomsbury. In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally, mostly smart, with the odd faint handling and browning mark. Small crease to top extremity of front wrapper, and a couple of minor crease marks to bottom edge of front wrapper. A faint tea mug stain to bottom left of front wrapper. A faint mark to front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Roche's signed pencil inscription to the title leaf. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .