Alfred Lord Tennyson (1809-1892) was a renowned English poet during the Victorian era. Born in Somersby, Lincolnshire, he displayed literary talent from a young age. His early works like "In Memoriam A.H.H." and "The Lady of Shalott" gained widespread acclaim. In 1850, he became the Poet Laureate of Britain, a position he held for 42 years. Tennyson's poems often explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition, leaving a lasting impact on English literature. His notable works include "The Charge of the Light Brigade" and "Idylls of the King." His profound insights and eloquence continue to inspire generations.
This pocket sized leather book is one of 10 volumes in the series
The Poetical Works of Tennyson Vol: II Miscellaneous Poems c1880 Leather
Title: The Poetical Works of Alfred Tennyson
Author: Tennyson
Publisher : C Kegan Paul & Co
Publication 1880
Format: Leather BoundCondition: Rare black leather bound covers which have some scuffing to the edges and spine. The pages are clean with just a few light pencil marks to several pages. Pages are gilt edged. Dulwich Girls School stamp to front.
Book measures: 12.5cm x 8.5cm with 222 pages