The Chilswell Book of English Poetry

The book is in good condition with a solid blue cloth cover and gold lettering on the spine. The spine shows some wear at the top and bottom edges. There is no dust jacket. The pages exhibit some foxing, typical of books from this era, but remain intact and legible. Overall, the binding is firm, and the book maintains its structural integrity.

The Chilswell Book of English Poetry, compiled and annotated by Robert Bridges, was published by Longmans, Green & Company in 1924. This is the School Edition, released in February 1924, making it a first edition. Bridges, who served as Poet Laureate, brings his authoritative voice to this collection, crafted for educational use. The book was published in multiple locations, including London, New York, and Bombay, highlighting its international reach. This edition is particularly significant for collectors of early 20th-century poetry anthologies and educational texts. The book is in good condition, with a sturdy blue cloth cover and gold lettering on the spine, though it lacks a dust jacket. Its historical and educational value makes it a notable addition to any collection of English literature.