This listing is for a very early bound printing of "A Visit From St. Nicholas," dated 1842. Rare, it is the poem's first significant literary recognition (the editor was a distinguished American poet and long time editor of the New York Evening Post). The book itself is an anthology of significant American poetry of that era. Construction is hardcover, leather over boards with gilt titles. It measures 4 x 6 inches and has 316 pages. At 184 years old, the book is in excellent condition overall, beautifully rebound in black leather. Pages have light foxing throughout. Binding is tight. "A Visit From St. Nicholas" is found on page 285-86. On consignment from a lifelong Christmas collector. Thanks for looking!

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