1883 Rare Book - The Defence of Guenevere, King Arthur by William MorrisAuthor: William Morris. Title: The Defence of Guenevere, and Other Poems. Publisher: London, Ellis & White, 1883. Language: Text in English. Size: 7 x 5 inches. Pages: viii + 248 pages. Binding: Attractive and very good period half black polished calf leather binding over textured plum cloth boards. Spine with raised bands, gilt compartments, and red leather title label (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed as shown) under a protective

The author: Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792–1822) was a key figure in the Romantic movement

August 1911

Set in Sherwood Forest

engraved title page vignette

New Edition

First and only VAUDEVILLE THEATRE EDITION

Illustrations: Complete with the beautifully illustrated title page

Binding: Attractive and near fine original illustrated full cloth binding (hinges fine

He is best known for his book "Les Prophéties

His work for this edition brings to life the flowers and their symbolic meanings

capturing the essence of Japan's legendary warriors with authenticity and artistic finesse

This collection of Arthurian legends is beautifully enhanced by 48 color plates by illustrator Harry G