Poetical Works of James Russell Lowell (illustrated), 1887, Houghton-Mifflin.

- size 6.5 x 10  inches approx.; 420 pages following poem title Index.

- 10 pages of illustrations.

- this is a deluxe publication, with heavy paper stock, gilt edging, strong sewn binding, heavy boards with bevel edges.

- Wikipedia:  "In 1857, Lowell became editor of The Atlantic Monthly, and taught at Harvard for twenty years.  He was appointed ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain 20 years later, and appointed ambassador to the Court of St. James after that. 

     Lowell believed that the poet played an important role as a prophet and critic of society. He used poetry for reform, particularly in abolitionism. However, his commitment to the anti-slavery cause wavered over the years, as did his opinion on African-Americans. He attempted to emulate the true Yankee accent in the dialogue of his characters, particularly in The Biglow Papers. This depiction of the dialect, as well as his many satires, was an inspiration to writers such as Mark Twain and H. L. Mencken." 

Condition:

Good+ to Very Good Condition for this poetry book.  Book cover shows overall age-darkening, plus repair to spine ends, plus antique style metal corners.  Owner name inside front.  Mild ivory age-tanning to paper.  Hinges/binding are tight/strong.  Interior is all clean...no marks, stains, tears or creases.  Gilt outer edges to pages still in good condition.