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The Metrical Miscellany: Consisting Chiefly of Poems Hitherto Unpublished
Editore: At the Oriental Press for T. Cadell, London, 1802
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Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. None (illustratore). First edition. The very scarce first edition of this anthology of poetry by Maria Riddell, containing examples of her own poetry, and unpublished works from prominent poets of the day. The very scarce first edition of this work.A wonderful poetical anthology edited by West-Indies born British poet Maria Riddell. A personal friend of Robert Burns, she married the younger brother of Burn's patron, with Burns attending many events held at their home. Burns wrote several love songs for her, and in 1794 made a drunken overture that resulted in their quarrelling for a time. He paid tribute to her as 'a votary of the Muses'.Riddell's anthology contains many examples of her own poetry, along with anonymously authored works, and contributions from poets including Lord Palmerston, Anna Laetitia Barbauld, Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, and Mary Darwall.Retaining the original half title. Rebacked, in the publisher's original paper covered boards, retaining the original endpapers. Significant losses to paper at fore edge of rear board, with marks to front board. Bumping to back strip tail, and board perimeters. Internally, firmly bound. Pages lightly age toned due to paper type, with light spotting. Very Good. book.
