London: William Heinemann Ltd., 1923. John Masefield (1878-1967), a notable poet (he was Poet Laureate of England for almost four decades) also wrote in fine prose, as with his retelling here the story of the most beautiful woman in the world, daughter of Zeus and Leda (with such provenance, why wouldn't she be?). This is a Fine copy of the First Edition, SIGNED by the author and LIMITED to 780 copies, with 30 copies reserved for presentation. The story was later anthologized in a different edition. Blue-green paper-covered boards with a vellum spine with gilt lettering. Absolutely clean text; 96 pages of handmade paper. A joy to hold and a delight to read. In an archival plastic protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Signed by Author. Limited/Numbered.. Hard Cover. Fine/No Jacket.

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Bookseller: Quercus Rare Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 002650
Title: The Taking of Helen
Author: Masefield, John
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Fine
Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: Limited/Numbered.
Publisher: William Heinemann Ltd.
Place of Publication: London
Date Published: 1923
Bookseller catalogs: Modern Literature;

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