Lot 168
  • 168

Larkin, Philip

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Larkin, Philip
  • The Fantasy Poets... Number Twenty One. Oxford: Oxford University Poetry Society, 1954
  • paper
8vo, FIRST AND ONLY EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR ("For John Wain | a small token of his | huge kindness - | Philip") on final page, collector's chemise and slipcase, crease, staples slightly rusty

Literature

Bloomfield A5

Condition

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Catalogue Note

John Wain (1925-1994), the poet, novelist and critic was one of Larkin's closest university friends and one with whom he remained intimate throughout his life.