J S Arkwright — Montezuma the Newdigate Poem 1895
London, BH Blackwell , 1895. First edition. Paperback. The very scarce first edition of the Newdigate Prize Poem for 1895, 'Montezuma.' A rare early work by Arkwright on the Aztec ruler. This was Newdigate Prize Poem for 1895, awarded to undergraduate students of the University of Oxford for the Best Composition in the English verse. The first edition, a very scarce copy rarely seen in commerce. Written by John Stanhope Arkwright the famous World War One poet. Rarely seen early work. With notes to rear. In the original publisher's paper wraps. Externally very smart with light handling marks, minor ink inscription to front wrap. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .
